Dads have Rights Too

Dads have Rights Too

Parenting plans can work out the future for parents and children

On Behalf of | Apr 3, 2020 | Parenting Plans And Parenting Time

Fathers have the same rights as mothers under Nebraska law when it comes to child custody or visitation. The main priority of a court ruling on these issues is the best interests of the child. So, parents often have to show that the lifestyle that they can offer is the best for developing a young life.

When it comes to divorce, courts always prefer it when parents have worked out their differences for the most part or at least address any contention with open communication. Sometimes, the emotional issues surrounding divorce and parenthood make it difficult to be constructive.

Parenting plans are a good way to work out some basic decisions or at least how decisions are going to be made. These structures are best completed by both parents, although a mediator can help if they are having trouble getting on the same page.

What does a parenting plan contain? It’s a lot like a life plan. Basic goals and fundamental needs are plotted out for a child’s remaining time before becoming an adult. Time with each parent, vacations, school schedules, medical checkups and even celebrations are all laid out for parents to either split or share.

All of these decisions don’t need to be made at once. Part of the plan may be the times that parents have to come up with the next section or realign their goals.

Legal representation is always allowed and often recommended when parents are coming up with plans and working out differences with their fellow parents. An attorney can help represent a parent’s interests in court as well.

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