H. Michael Aaron, Attorney at Law

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06/20/2023

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05/27/2020

Communication is the key during these difficult times. However, it may be even more troublesome for parents to communicate when the are also dealing with job losses, decreased incomes, home-schooling their child or children, balancing work and child/children, loss of daycare, etc. All of these added stressors will likely cause communication to break down or become more difficult when former spouses attempt to discuss problems. Rather than waiting for issues to arise, parents may consider initiating a weekly (or even several times a week) phone call or Zoom teleconference to discuss their child/children and problems which may have come up. If either parent initiates this procedure, no other issues should be discussed other than the child or children and issues strictly related to their child/children.

05/20/2020

What will be the new normal for family law cases in the future in Baton Rouge and the surrounding area? Zoom video conferences and even hearings using Zoom video conferences are in vogue and the numbers will continue to increase in the future. Conferences with the court and non-contested matters are now being handled by judges using Zoom video conferences. Again, expect increased use of Zoom video conferencing in the future. For the immediate future, it appears the courts will be limiting who may enter the courthouse for hearings. In Baton Rouge the Family Court is generally limiting rule days to only attorneys and the parties. You will not be able to bring any family members, best friends or other people for support. Be aware that there may be additional delays in entering the court house. Be mindful of this and arrive accordingly.

04/09/2020

After addressing a dozen or more cases involving parents (divorced) who have concerns over their child or children visiting the other parent during this crisis, let me give a few pointers:
a) If you have true concerns about your child(ren) and exposure to the virus at the other parent's home, send a text, email, etc., to the other parent (or call) and give that parent all the details outlining your issues and concerns. Again, make sure to include all of the details and all your concerns. Do not assume the other parent knows what you know.
b) Make a very specific request from the other parent. Try and limit the time frame you are discussing. DO NOT request that custodial periods with the other parent cease for months. Take it a few weeks at a time. DO NOT demand the other parent follow your directives or issue ultimatums. If you do, a "wall" will go up and communication will either come to an abrupt halt or possibly deteriorate into name calling.
c) Allow the other parent time to digest your info and requests, and respond.
d) Offer reasonable accommodations to the other parent. Suggest daily communications with the child(ren) via Skype, Facetime, etc. Send info, photos, etc., to the other parent informing them of the activities, events, etc., the child(ren) are engaged in each day. Discuss "make-up" time, or additional more time during the holidays. Make sure the child(ren) stay in daily contact with the other parent. If the other parent agrees to your request, you should be the one to assure the children are in contact with their other parent.
e) If you are the parent that is in job that may cause the child(ren) additional exposure to the virus, think of your child(ren). Losing a few days or weeks with your child(ren) over their lifetime will not make any difference in the long term.
f) Just because your other spouse is a nurse, doctor, or other health care professional does not automatically create additional exposure. Simply being "out and about" and running daily errands may put you at more exposure than someone in the medical field.
g) Above all else, be thoughtful of your child(ren) and the other parent.
h) This would also apply to non-parents (i.e., grandparents, third parties, etc.) who have custody of minor children.
i) If a conflict arises contact your attorney immediately. Do not wait for the situation to get out of hand.

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Houston Michael Aaron

Mike Aaron is an experienced family law mediator trained in the collaborative divorce process. Mr. Aaron represents his clients in all aspects of the negotiation and settlement of their family law issues, including custody, parenting agreements, child and spousal support and division of marital property. He has a passion for assisting individuals and families through difficult legal circumstances as quickly, painlessly and successfully as possible.

Mike has practiced various aspects of family law since graduating from law school in 1975. Since 1990, his practice has been limited to family law. He has given lectures on many different subjects of family law over the years, including child support guidelines, premarital agreements, qualified domestic relations orders and mediation. He is a qualified mediator of family cases having completed his mediation training at the Collaborative Group of Boston in 2009. Subsequently, he has returned twice for additional mediation training with the Collaborative Group of Boston. He has mediated more than 400 cases, including cases from most parishes surrounding East Baton Rouge Parish.

Outside of work, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife, Abby, and their two dogs. He enjoys visiting with his children and grandchildren. His hobbies include traveling and art collecting.