Divorce is now becoming a more average part of life for many couples, and families all across the United States. Today, the rate of divorce has increased significantly with divorces not only occurring more regularly, but also the time married actually becoming less. While divorce deals with aspects of separation such as separating from your spouse legally, emotionally, and financially divorce also has to deal with children as well. One aspect of a divorce that is extremely sensitive, and is wanted by both spouses the majority of the time is that of child custody.
The Premise of Child Custody
Child custody is awarded to parents based on a judge’s perception of not only as the former couple as parents, but also the wants, and needs of the child, or children. Child custody is a very emotional aspect of a divorce that can be strenuous on some parents and children. Ultimately, however, we hope that the judge chooses the best atmosphere for the child to grow up in when deciding upon a custodial parent. Often times, the other parent will receive “joint-custody”, or visitation, which allows them to maintain a healthy relationship with their child, and see them regularly.
Fighting Back The Right Way
However, as we all have come to know and understand nothing is perfect, or always goes as planned even when it comes down to that of child custody. We can see in many cases that some custodial parents do not really want their children either around their former spouse, or quite frankly want them to maintain a relationship with them aside from child support. Many times we can see where some parents will deliberately plan activities around when the other parent is supposed to spend time with the child in order to drive the child away from the other parent.
Remember, when you are a parent and are awarded child custody of any kind you have rights, and those rights include that of not only seeing your child, but having the ability to maintain a loving relationship with them as well. When you are having child custody issues first speak with an experienced attorney in order to have not only your case, but also your issue at hand, and custody rights looked at thoroughly. Allow the attorney to address the other parent with the facts of the matter and what can result from their lack of participation in the custodial rights of another parent. Finally, allow your attorney to take the situation to the next level by addressing a judge, or court of law if the situation continues to persist.
When dealing with your divorce you need someone you can count on, a lawyer and a friend. Call McDowell today at 316-269-0746 to get you closer to the peace of mind you need, and deserve. When relying on McDowell Chartered you can count on determination, and commitment with you and your case.
