The Complexities of Winter Break in Family Law Cases
**Understanding the Complexities of Winter Break in Parenting Plans** Winter break is one of the most challenging times to negotiate in family law, especially in paternity and timesharing cases. Parents often have deeply rooted traditions, cultural obligations, and travel plans that make it difficult to reach an agreement. Customizing your parenting plan during mediation is crucial to accommodate these special needs. Unlike mediation, where you can tailor the plan to your family's unique circumstances, a judge is likely to split the break evenly between both parents if it goes to court. At Family Matters Law Group, P.A., we help you navigate these complex negotiations to ensure your winter break reflects what matters most to your family. *Keywords: winter break, family law, parenting plans, paternity cases, timesharing, mediation, customized parenting plan, Family Matters Law Group*