Divorce is never a fun event for anyone involved. However, it can be particularly hard when children are involved. If you and your spouse are unable to come to terms about how to raise your kids, who they should live with, or other issues, you should hire a child custody law attorney in Sheboygan, WI to help you sort things out.
Getting Custody of the Children
When deciding which parent the kids will live with, the courts focus on doing what’s best for the child. For instance, the judge is more likely to award custody to the parent who is financially stable and capable of providing a loving home. However, this isn’t always the case. If you want custody of your kids but you think your spouse will get it, work with a child custody law attorney to present your case in the best possible light and increase your chances of getting either partial or full custody.
Visitation Rights
Even if you’re not awarded custody of your children, you are still entitled to see them. However, developing a visitation schedule may be challenging, especially if you live in different cities or different states. It can become even harder if the divorce was difficult and your ex-spouse harbors ill feelings towards you.
The child custody attorney can help you negotiate a visitation schedule with your ex-spouse that’s fair to both of you and the children. If your spouse refuses to cooperate, your attorney can file a lawsuit with the family court and get a judge to force your ex to work with you to ensure you’re able to spend time with your children.
Many divorced parents feel they are reasonable enough to deal with their ex (or soon to be exes) on their own. However, emotions will often get in the way and negotiations may quickly degenerate into arguing matches. Having a neutral third party negotiate on your behalf can make it easier to come to an agreement and to ensure your parental rights are protected.
For assistance with custody or other child support issues, contact Roth & Basler, S.C.
