1. Don’t Wait To File Your Custody Case.
2. Do Not Bring Up Child Support In Custody Conversations.
3. Hire A Custody Lawyer Experienced With Child Custody Help.
I cannot tell you the number of times a client has come to us having signed a parenting plan or agreeing to a custody schedule without a lawyer reviewing it or after they have hired a cheap, inexperienced attorney. The reality is that once you have a signed custody agreement, it is very difficult to undo. It is worth the money time and effort to find a custody attorney that experience with representing fathers in family court.
4. Have A Schedule In Mind.
The number of resources available for proposed custody schedules are astronomical and can be found with a basic google search. Don’t just tell your ex you want equal time. You need to be specific about the days and times
you want. Think about your holidays too. Any schedule you propose should maximize your time. Aim for your days off at the very minimum. Also, if you have children from another relationship, you should be incorporating their
schedule into your proposed schedule.
5. Be Careful What You Wish For.
In many custody cases, whether it is a mother or father, we often see parents who are motivated by something other than their child’s best interests. Some parents are motivated by money (they want child support or want to avoid child support). Some parents want to have “control” over their child or see their children as a way of keeping tabs on their ex. These are bad reasons to pursue child custody help. Be realistic with yourself, your children and your schedule.
If you truly cannot exercise or do not want to exercise joint custody, then don’t ask for it. Your children will be happy to just spend quality time with you regardless of whether it is equal time.
We hope this child custody help article has been helpful and has shed some light on things you should know about child custody. If you or someone you know needs a custody lawyer, call us today at (702) 433-2889 or fill out our on-line form for more information.
