A parent’s right to custody is substantial and, while not absolute, cannot be interfered with unless the best interests of the child clearly demand it. Thus, as against other relatives and third parties, a child’s natural parent is entitled to the custody and care of the child in an initial proceeding for custody, absent a …
Read MoreIn preparing for a custody case, be aware that your parenting skills and daily interactions with your children will be thoroughly inspected by a judge. You will want to continue being the best parent possible. The people who have had close contact with you and your children may be called as witnesses, when it comes …
Read MoreWhen embarking on a custody battle, you should also remember that it is never too late to become a good parent. Put more bluntly, if you can modify your less desirable behavior with respect to the child in positive ways or do additional things to make the grade, you should begin to implement those positive …
Read MoreThe timeline for bringing claims or motions for child custody and visitation is long, stretching throughout a child’s minority. The child custody action can be brought either independently or it can be joined with an action for divorce or annulment. With regard to divorce, the custody action may precede or follow the divorce action; or …
Read MoreThe Childrens Law Reform Act states: “The court before which an application is brought in respect of custody of or access to a child, by order, may appoint a person who has technical or professional skill to assess and report to the court on the needs of the child and the ability and willingness of …
Read MoreYour spouse’s discovery of your interest in another woman or man (as the case may be) could unravel a settlement as to custody. The sudden or unexpected “insertion” of another “parent” figure in your child’s life is often experienced as a threatening disruption by the child’s other biological parent; and many spouses react to such …
Read MoreYou and your spouse can decide which of you will have custody of your children. If you are unable to resolve this question, then a court will resolve the issue of custody for you. Judges consider a variety of factors in determining which parent is entitled to custody including the age of the child, the …
Read MoreHere is a selection of books that make divorce easier for kids. Many of our clients have found them helpful. Starred selections are rated as top choices. * My Family’s Changing: A First Look at Family Break Up (First Look at Books) By: Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker (Illustrator) When Mom and Dad Divorce: An Elf …
Read MoreCustody refers to the right to make major decisions about your child/ren. Where one parent has sole custody, that parent alone makes all major decisions about the child. Where the parents have joint custody, the parents are to make decisions about the child/ren together. Custody is different from residence. Residence refers to with whom the child/ren …
Read MoreBe sure to speak with your divorce lawyer as soon as possible to ensure that the best interests of your child/ren are addressed and that your rights are protected. Custody refers to the right to make major decisions about your child/ren. When one parent has sole custody, that parent alone makes all major decisions about the …
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