In Nebraska, couples who share a child but are not married to one another must first establish paternity to enforce the biological father’s paternal rights. If unmarried fathers do not take this measure using the proper process, they will have no legal grounds to file...
Few situations are as frustrating as arriving for your scheduled parenting time only for your former partner to turn you away at the door. If you are a father in Nebraska and the other parent is repeatedly blocking your court-ordered visitation, you might be wondering...
Military service can require you to deploy on short notice. When that happens, you may worry about how your absence affects your custody rights. This blog explains how the law protects your rights as a parent and what your options are. Understanding federal and state...
Your work may require a move out of state, but you want to remain an active presence in your child’s life. Nebraska courts examine how relocation affects children, prioritizing their best interests. Relocation does not automatically alter your custody rights, but...
Adoption and surrogacy are ways to grow a family, but they involve strict legal rules. Thus, the law balances the rights of biological parents with the best interests of the child. If you are a father, protecting these rights requires acting fast and following...
Parenting time cases in Nebraska based on evidence, not emotion. A judge does not decide based on who is more emotionally charged. The court looks for a clear pattern of responsible, steady parenting. If you want more parenting time, your record has to reflect how you...
In Nebraska, biological fatherhood is the first step toward securing your legal role. If you are not married to the mother, you can legally establish your parental rights by signing a Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity (VAP). However, while the VAP makes you a...
You may worry that your mental health could affect your custody case. In Nebraska, it is normal to have these concerns, but the courts focus on what is best for the child. Mental health concerns do not prevent you from gaining or keeping custody. What matters is your...
Paternity cases can feel stressful and confusing. You want to be involved in your child’s life, but formalizing your rights can bring unexpected challenges. In Nebraska, paternity cases start with establishing legal fatherhood, which affects custody, parenting time...