Is Child Support Debt Consolidation Possible?

Falling behind on child support payments is one of the quickest ways fathers can cripple their finances, especially in states that apply interest charges. Child support debt can quickly snowball and lead to wage garnishment and in some cases even prison. Inherently, the child support system is especially harsh on …

Philadelphia Inquirer Critiques Child Support System’s Flaws

The Philadelphia Inquirer recently published a story detailing the ruthless and counterproductive way in which the Montgomery County sheriff’s department utilizes midnight raids and debtor’s prisons to target fathers with outstanding child support debt.

3 Misconceptions About The Child Support System

Cordell & Cordell Co-Founder Joe Cordell has talked extensively about the many flaws of the modern child support system. In theory, the system should ensure that all necessary expenses needed to raise a child are covered, but in reality it often drives a wedge between families and creates excessive financial …

Contempt Of Court Consequences And Punishments

Any time an individual violates a court order they risk being held in contempt. Contempt of court consequences can include both civil and criminal penalties depending on the infraction, but in some cases can be quite severe.

Surviving The Holidays As A Divorced Dad

The holidays are often the most difficult time of the year for divorced parents, especially if the divorce or separation is fairly recent. There are a number of logistical hurdles involved in dividing holidays between both holidays in addition to reconciling potential feelings of anger or loneliness that can wreck …

Child Support Options When Unemployed

If you’re a divorced dad who suddenly finds himself out of work, you’re probably concerned about what happens with child support when unemployed. This unexpected transition can spell financial catastrophe. Suddenly, you’re scrambling to figure out how to pay child support with no job or how to get child support …

Men’s Divorce Podcast: An Overview Of Contempt In Divorce

Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features an in-depth discussion on specific issues that affect men going through divorce.

My Ex Isn’t Consulting Me About Health Decisions For Our Son

Question: Recently, my ex admitted our son into a psych hospital without consulting me and is asking for me to pay half of the bill. According to our agreement, medical expenses are to be split 50/50. However, there are other things mentioned in the agreement that she does not follow. …

Deconstructing The Myth Of The ‘Deadbeat Dad’

One of the fatal flaws of the child support system is that it takes a collect-at-all-costs approach to gathering payments from the payor. It’s essentially, “pay or else,” which causes catastrophic problems for families if a parent ever falls behind on payments. Say a father unexpectedly loses his job and …

Can My Ex Keep Our Son From Playing Sports?

Question: My ex-wife and I share custody of our son and he plays competitive sports on the weekends. This year, she has started to keep him from playing on weekends he stays with her. Our custody order states neither parent shall intrude on his sports. I am documenting the dates …