Divorce entails making a lot of tough decisions, many of which will involve the well-being of your children. Creating a co-parenting plan can be helpful in this case, but only if it benefits everyone equally. The Law Offices of Katzman, Logan, Halper and Bennett, LPA can not only assist you in practical legal matters, they can also offer insight into what makes a co-parenting plan successful.

This is due to their extensive experience working with Cincinnati families on many diverse aspects of divorce, from child support to asset division. Regarding the creation of co-parenting plans, they recommend the following four tips to help ease the process:

• Do What’s Best For The Kids: Your kids are at the center of your co-parenting plan, so it’s vital you do what’s best for them. The physical and emotional needs of your children come first and should be the basis for any agreements you and your ex devise throughout divorce proceedings.
• Be Respectful: While it may be difficult, it’s important to treat your ex with respect. Harsh words or accusations will only make the process that much more difficult to complete. Be cordial and polite, and refrain from letting your negative emotions dictate decisions.
• Communicate: Communication is the most important aspect of creating a mutually beneficial co-parenting plan. Disagreements will no doubt arise, and it’s natural to have strong opinions about what’s best for your children. When hashing out a plan, really listen to your ex and see if you can’t reach a compromise.
• Keep Emotions In Check: It’s not unusual for emotions to run hot during a divorce. However, it’s important to rein them in to prevent arguments from occurring. If you find face-to-face interactions too tumultuous at first, see if you can’t create a plan via email or by phone.

The Law Offices of Katzman, Logan, Halper and Bennett, LPA can also offer assistance in other legal areas, including establishing guardianship, personal injury claims, and business law. Call (513) 793-4400 and ask to speak to Mr. Logan to discuss your needs or visit this firm online to learn more.