What is the best way to get your visitation suspended? Alienate your child or attempt to alienate your child from the other parent. Continue reading →
From Friday Night Lights to Monday Morning Custody Battles
by Leesa M. Poag, AttorneyWe are officially in the midst of the best season of the year. No, I’m not referring to the pumpkin-filled days of Fall. I’m talking about football season. But as we don our team colors and cheer on our favorite players, the on-field battles aren’t the only ones that family law attorneys are seeing this time of year. As concerns about the long-term effects of head injuries from football continue to mount, we are beginning to see football leaving the locker room and heading to the courtroom. Continue reading →
Children, Court, and Practicing Mindfulness
By: Jennifer A. Crissman, AttorneyAs an attorney practicing in family law in the Piedmont, and a mother of two young children, my world can feel very hectic. It is easy to give in to the stressors of the moment, to be overwhelmed and to feel like you do not have control. Whether caring for my children, listening to others discuss their parenting struggles or helping clients prepare for court, a useful activity I have found to manage this stress is practicing mindfulness. Continue reading →
Are Millennials Saving Marriage?
by Leesa Poag, AttorneyAs autumn begins to creep across the Triad, it seems that the temperature isn’t the only thing dropping. According to a study done by the University of Maryland, the number of divorces in the United States is also on the decline. And the reason being attributed for the impressive drop, eighteen percent over the past ten years, might surprise you. Continue reading →
To Believe or Not to Believe
by Tina Ray, Legal AssistantThe following represents the personal and respected view of the writer and not the view of Woodruff Family Law Group.
I am definitely not a political aficionado, nor do I follow politics terribly closely. However, out of curiosity, I have found myself listening to and reading about the Kavanaugh case. When I talk to someone about this issue, I feel like I have to really think about what I’m saying and how I’m saying it so that I don’t offend anyone. With the #metoo movement in full force, anything that anyone says can easily cause offense or be twisted to mean something else whether spoken by a male or female. Continue reading →
For a Healthy Summer, Limit Kids’ Gaming
Mark Griffin, M.E., Blog WriterIt’s summertime, and that means kids around Greensboro will be beating the heat. But they probably won’t be hanging out at the pool or lake like their parents did. It’s more likely they will be huddled around their electronic devices playing video games or watching YouTube. The World Health Organization has recently classified addiction to video games as a certified mental disorder. Our children are particularly susceptible during the summer months when they are out of school and have less structured activities. Continue reading →
How I Built a Close Father-Daughter Relationship After Divorce
Mark Griffin, M.E., Blog WriterDivorce is never easy. It turns your world upside down. Ending a relationship you thought was to last till death forces you to part is emotionally devastating. When you are a parent, and throw children into that emotional turmoil, then you have to deal with a hurricane of guilt and remorse. Continue reading →
Greensboro’s John Isner Competes in Wimbledon
Mark Griffin, M.E., Blog WriterOn Thursday, July 12, Greensboro’s John Isner battled on the green grass of Wimbledon for 6 ½ hours. It was the longest semi-final in the tournament’s storied history. Wimbledon is considered tennis’ most prestigious event, featuring 128 of the worlds best players. Isner blasted his way into the semifinals beating several top players along the way including Greece’s very best up and comer, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Canada’s top player, Milos Raonic. Continue reading →
9 of the Best Apps for Families
Venn Crawford, non-attorney Marketing AssistantLooking for a new way to organize or connect? Here are some of the best apps for families.
Communication is Key: Parent-Teacher Communication (Part 4)
Mark Griffin, M.E., Blog WriterIf you have children, you likely have gotten that dreaded call from your child’s teacher. Unfortunately, it’s almost always negative. I am a public school teacher of 87 middle schoolers but I also have two daughters. Therefore, I’ve been on both ends of the call. I have experienced exasperation as both a teacher and a parent. However, I’ve also experienced the unstoppable synergy that occurs when teachers and parents work together to help a student reach their academic potential. Continue reading →