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Divorce, Child Custody and Fathers' Rights - How To Prepare for Court

The process of going through the court system is arduous and at times seems overwhelming. Take heart in knowing that preparation is the key! You only need to know the basics of how the court operates to be able to work within it. There are matters of etiquette that can make a surprising difference in how your case is received. ?Taking time to do things according to protocol is a sign of respect to the court and Judge. For example, you must be prepared in writing prior to the hearing in such a manner that your paperwork is professional in every regard. It has to look and smell and feels just like what "they're" used to looking at. This will not only make a good personal impression, which is vitally important, but also allows 'them' to focus on your content instead of being distracted by unclear communication. If you consistently show care and effort in your preparations for your case, it will not go overlooked. In general, having a familiarity with the court, an id...

Thoughts on Father's Rights in Child Custody Battles

Why do the courts seem to always favor the mother in a divorce when considering child custody? Is it that this is a throwback view from the days when the mother was a stay-at-home mother and therefore had nothing to do but watch and nurture the children? Will the court system ever join the twenty-first century in regards to child custody? The rights of fathers has increased and changed for the better over time, but there is still a long way to go before there is real parity between mother's and father's rights. Women still tend to win in the custody battleground. Of course, the winners should be the children. Not everyone will be happy in these situations nor will they feel they have been treated fairly as to visitation, custody, or support payments. Father's rights in custody fights were practically non-existent in the past. However, child psychologists and social workers finally began speaking up. They stated that children of divorce needed their father's guidance, ...