As a Father, What Are My Child Custody Rights?
Divorcing fathers always wonder whether they will be able to keep up a good relationship with their children going forward. While it’s still rare for a father to gain sole custody of his children unless the mother is proven unfit, the courts have come to see the importance of both parents’ presence in their children’s lives. That means that as a dad, you definitely do have the right to see...
5 Simple Steps to Make Sure Child Custody After Divorce Doesn’t Get Ugly
Your marriage isn’t working anymore, and you’ve finally worked up the courage to do something about it. You’d like nothing better than to punish your ex for breaking your heart, wasting your time and turning your life upside down. But overwhelming research suggests that children who are used as pawns during separation and divorce can suffer long-lasting emotional, psychological and...
Best YouTube Videos to Prepare You for a Child Custody Battle
You knew it was good for showing you how to get wine out of the carpet, but don’t kid yourself: YouTube can also be an unexpected resource when you’re going through a troublesome divorce. The popular video streaming site has innumerable videos to aid you in moving past the trauma, grief and uncertainty of separation. Here we look at a few of the best videos to help you Prepare for a child...
10 Important Reasons You Should Invest in a Child Custody Lawyer
Anyone who has even a passing familiarity with Canadian law knows that technically, you don’t need a lawyer for virtually anything; you can go ‘pro se’, or represent yourself, in most legal matters. But as anyone who has ever been in a courtroom for family matters knows, that doesn’t generally go very well. This is not small claims court, after all, but family court – and the stakes are your...How Does The Judge Determine The Child Custody Percentage?
One of the most important family matters to come to an agreement on when getting a divorce is how you and the other parent will share the parenting of your children. Sometimes parents are able to come to a decision together. Otherwise, a judge must decide. Definition of Custody Contrary to popular belief, having “custody” of a child does not necessarily mean that the child spends the greatest...
How to Get Child Custody
Divorces and separations often negatively affect children, who find themselves caught in the middle in most instances. In most cases, both parents have the right to raise their children and to make decisions that affect the lives of their children; however, the courts focus on the most important thing, which is the best interest of the children. One or both of the spouses may petition the...Child Custody Issues after Divorce
Parents often have many questions concerning custody of their children after divorce. Access and visitation are issues of concern as well. Custody has to do with the rights and responsibilities of caring for a child. This includes the rights of having a child living with a parent, rights to make decisions concerning the welfare of a child, and responsibilities towards a child’s upkeep....Legal Custody vs. Physical Custody
Legal custody vs physical custody is one of the most misunderstood legal concepts. Divorcing Canadians and unmarried parents may come to a point at which they need to have a custody hearing. They will need to know the differences between the two concepts of custody. With full education and the help of a reputable attorney, the parents can come to an agreement that is in the best interest of...5 Reasons Why You Need a Child Custody Lawyer in Toronto
Hiring a child custody lawyer in Toronto when battling the custody of your little ones can mean all the difference in the outcome of your case. If you are battling for the custody of your child, you may be tempted to file the case on your own using court provided documents or information from some book or online resource. Do-it-yourself custody suit may be acceptable; however, it is advisable...