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...
Paternity And Custody
5 reasons paternity cases become contested
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...
Legal vs. physical custody: What fathers need to know
If you think custody just means “who gets the kids,” think again. Family law has a little more complexity baked in. Understanding the difference between legal and physical custody can save you time, stress, and a few headaches. Plus, knowing your rights helps you stay...
Deployed? How Nebraska law protects your custody rights
If you have received orders to deploy, you likely have a thousand things on your mind. For fathers, the biggest worry is often the stability of their relationship with their children. Can the other parent take full custody just because they are being deployed...
Can my dating life be used against me in a custody hearing?
In contentious custody battles, every aspect of your private life can feel like a weapon. Your new dating life is often the first target. Can your dating life be used against you in a custody hearing? The answer is yes, but only under specific, legally defined...
Can mothers refuse paternity testing for medical reasons?
Unmarried fathers may need help making use of their basic parental rights. In some cases, they can establish paternity by cooperating with the mothers of their children. Other times, unmarried fathers face pushback rather than acceptance from the mothers of their...
How does supervised visitation work for Nebraska fathers?
Many Nebraska fathers face the reality of supervised visitation with their children during legal battles. This setup, while temporary, marks a vital step in keeping strong bonds between fathers and kids. Learning the rules and steps can help you make the most of this...
What to do if your ex disputes your paternity
Establishing paternity is an important step for fathers who want to protect their rights and build a relationship with their children. If your ex disputes your paternity in Nebraska, you have options to clarify the situation and assert your role in your child’s life. ...
What steps should fathers take to establish paternity?
When a child is born to unmarried parents, the father must take specific steps to legally establish paternity. This process grants the father legal rights and ensures the child can benefit from financial support, inheritance rights, and access to the father’s medical...
3 ways children benefit when they have involved fathers
Children thrive when they have involved fathers. Fathers play a key role in the development of their children. When fathers participate in their children’s lives, children tend to do better in many areas. This involvement impacts their emotional, social and...

