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Tips for Successful Co-Parenting After Divorce as a Father

November 5, 2023

Co-parenting occurs when two divorced or separated parents collaborate on raising and caring for their children. For many families, co-parenting is one of the ideal options to help children after a divorce. If parents are willing to work with each other, co-parenting offers a lot of benefits for their family if it is done well. If you are navigating the creation of a parenting plan or custody arrangement, a child custody attorney can help you and your co-parent mediate an agreement. Divorce is certainly hard on parents, but it can be even more difficult for children to go through. After

How Can a Prenuptial Agreement Impact Children in a Divorce?

October 23, 2023

A prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is a marital contract between two spouses, which can determine several property and financial rights during a marriage and in case of divorce. Whether you’d like to create a prenuptial agreement or ensure it is followed during your divorce, a Midwest fathers’ rights attorney can help you do so. A prenuptial or postnuptial agreement may cover issues such as: Which separate assets will be combined into marital assets and which will be kept separately Each spouse’s rights, responsibilities, and abilities regarding assets and debts How property is handled if one spouse dies The division of

Can a Child Refuse Visitation or Custody With a Parent?

September 23, 2023

During a divorce or separation of parents, a custody determination is often one of the most stressful and emotional decisions that needs to be made. Even in situations where both parents are working together to create a parenting plan in their children’s interests, issues and disagreements can arise that complicate the process. Custody determinations can be made harder when the child refuses a proposed parenting plan or refuses to cooperate with a plan that is already a court order. Divorce and separation are rarely easy on a child, and they can react in many unpredictable ways. It can be hard

How to Recognize Parental Alienation

August 1, 2023

After a divorce or separation involving children, it’s hard for both parents and children. Parents are dealing with stress and change, and children can react to a divorce and the feelings of their parents in many different ways. A child may resent their parents after a divorce or become closed off from them. Parents have to learn to deal with their own emotions after a divorce and help their children through it. If a child blames one of their parents for the divorce, it can make everything much harder on the parent and child. Co-parents can also have potentially negative

How Can Social Media Hurt Fathers in a Divorce?

July 15, 2023

The decision to get a divorce is a hard one, especially when you have children. Parents have to deal with several family court cases, and it can be overwhelming. Though difficult, it’s essential for parents to think about how their actions outside of mediation or litigation can impact a divorce and/or custody case. Many people spend their free time texting, on social media, or otherwise on a phone or computer. Parents involved in a divorce case have to exercise more care when existing online. Though there is little wrong with being on social media or having an online presence during

What Makes a Parent Unfit for Custody?

June 5, 2023

Both parents of a child in a custody determination want to spend as much time with their children as possible. If you and your ex-spouse or co-parent are contentious, it can make custody proceedings even more stressful. In most Midwest states, the court determines child custody based on the child’s interests. In most cases, the court believes it is in the child’s interests to have as much quality time with both parents as possible. However, this is not true of every situation, such as if one parent is deemed unfit. A parent isn’t deemed unfit for not being the perfect

What Fathers Struggling to Pay Child Support Can Do

May 5, 2023

For fathers who have a responsibility to pay child support to their ex-spouse, it can sometimes be difficult to meet child support payments. This may be because of a job loss or a sudden healthcare emergency. It’s important that fathers who are struggling to make payments are aware of what they need to do. Failing to make support payments can have serious consequences if you don’t take any steps to remedy the situation. Notify the Court About Your Situation It’s essential that the first step you take is to tell the court about your financial circumstances. When a support order

How a Strong Estate Plan Can Benefit Single Fathers

April 5, 2023

Being a father is challenging, especially after a divorce. Many fathers feel lost, confused, and ashamed after going through the divorce process, despite the fact that a divorce is not an indication of failure. During this raw emotional time, it can be difficult to think about your own death. However, it is important for your children that you do so. Making a valid estate plan with the help of an attorney can protect your assets and your children for many years after you are gone. Estate plans may seem complicated, but in reality, they are extremely beneficial. Our team at

Navigating Divorce With Kids: A Father’s Guide to Open Communication

March 8, 2023

Divorce can be an incredibly challenging time for parents. It can be especially difficult for children. As a father, navigating this process with care and consideration for your kids is critical. One of the most important things you can do during a divorce is to maintain open communication with your children. Be Honest With Your Kids Acknowledge the situation. Answer their questions honestly. Avoid blame and criticism. The first step to maintaining open communication with your kids during a divorce is to be honest with them. Kids are perceptive, and they will likely sense that something is going on even

Are Fathers Also Susceptible to Becoming Victims of Domestic Violence?

December 24, 2022

Domestic violence is a pervasive problem that affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. While many people associate domestic violence with violence against women, men can also be victims of domestic violence. In fact, according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, one in 10 men has experienced severe physical violence at the hands of an intimate partner, including some form of physical violence, such as being pushed, stalked, or raped by an intimate partner. The idea that men can be victims of domestic violence may be difficult for some people to understand, as there is a pervasive cultural narrative

You Are Not a Failed Father: How to Deal With Yourself After a Divorce

November 22, 2022

A divorce can be one of the most difficult things a father can experience. It is hard enough to deal with the emotional strain of the separation, but it can be even harder to deal with the way that we view ourselves afterward. Many feel like they have failed as fathers and as husbands when their marriages end simply because they were unable to make it work. However, this is not the case. Just because a marriage did not work out does not automatically mean that you are a failed father. Many fathers go through divorces and become better fathers

What Happens If a Mother Refuses Parental Rights or Violates a Custody Order?

October 13, 2022

Divorcing and unwed fathers face significant challenges in the family court system, many of which are the unfortunate vestiges of outdated gender roles. For many years, mothers have been awarded primary custody in the vast majority of custody disputes throughout the country due to the belief that mothers are better caregivers while fathers are better suited to being breadwinners for their children. The reality is that fathers are just as capable and necessary as mothers, and a father has the same right to seek custody and parenting time as a mother. Additionally, while most mothers are admirable parents who do

Why You Need a Father’s Rights Attorney

September 14, 2022

Many fathers face significant challenges in the family court systems of the United States, particularly when it comes to child custody. While most family court officials in the U.S. give fathers appropriate recognition as parents and equal to mothers when it comes to the importance of the time they spend with their children, many fathers face unfair scrutiny in their family court proceedings due to outdated beliefs about “proper” roles for fathers and mothers. It’s also common for fathers to feel inherently disadvantaged before any court proceedings begin because of these outdated and unlawful attitudes. A father’s rights attorney is

5 Most Common Myths and Misconceptions About Fathers in Family Court

August 13, 2022

The family court systems of the United States have undergone unprecedented changes in the past few decades. What were once persistent unfair trends in the family court system have changed in various ways, especially when it comes to the treatment of fathers seeking custody of their children in divorce and custody determinations. Unfortunately, a great deal of misinformation persists surrounding fathers in the family court system. If you are a father bracing for a divorce in the near future, you must not let the following myths and misconceptions diminish your confidence as you head into your proceedings. Myth #1: Mothers

How Fathers Can Talk to Their Children About Divorce: The Whole Story

July 13, 2022

Divorce can be a difficult topic for any father to discuss with their children. It’s hard to know what to say; you may feel like you’re betraying your spouse by talking to your kids about the divorce when things are still up in the air or they are not around. However, remember the fact that your children will be affected by the divorce whether you talk to them about it or not. Having an open and vulnerable discussion with your children can help them to understand what is happening and to cope with the changes that are taking place in

Helpful Tips for Fathers After Divorce

June 12, 2022

Fathers often feel inherently disadvantaged in the family court system, and navigating a complex divorce can be incredibly difficult for any father. However, once the divorce is over, they may look forward to starting a new chapter of their life. Nevertheless, divorce can present many long-term problems, and all fathers in this situation should know a few best practices that can potentially make post-divorce life a bit easier. All recently divorced fathers need to know a few important things they must address after divorce and the potential situations that may compel them back to family court in the future. These

5 Tips for Preparing a Father’s Custody Case

May 17, 2022

When it comes to your rights as a father, determining and solidifying your custody rights is extremely important, especially in a custody battle. Between primary custody, child support, and simple visitation schedules, the legal process can seem overwhelming. Your children are extremely important to you and taking care of them is part of being a father. To ensure that you have a successful custody case, proper preparation, along with understanding your case, is the easiest way to ensure you properly advocate for your parental rights in court. What Is Paternity? Traditionally determined by DNA testing, paternity is used as a