Throughout the country, states use the “best interests of the child” standard when making decisions regarding custody and visitation. During these reviews, judges can use any information they feel is relevant, but New York law has established several specific factors to be considered. Some of these factors seem fairly obvious, such as whether a parent… Read More »
Many divorce and custody proceedings are marked by serious allegations. Some are so serious that a parent might lose their ability to take part in the upbringing of their son or daughter. In these cases, the evidence or additional context provided by an accused parent might have a significant effect on the judge’s decision. However,… Read More »
Most fathers do not envision needing to fight to prove they can provide the best home for their child. Yet, every day fathers across the country must go to court to seek full custody. Preparation, follow-through and consistency are keys to success. Family courts prioritize the best interests of the child, not the wishes of… Read More »
Under New York law, courts decide custody and visitation matters in “the best interests of the child.” Generally, there is a presumption that frequent, meaningful contact with both parents is in the child’s best interest, so even if one party to a divorce can’t share custody, that parent gets regular visitation or parenting time. Visitation… Read More »
In deciding all divorce issues affecting your children, the family court applies a single, all-important standard: “the best interests of the child.” But how does the court know what is in your child’s best interest? In tough custody battles, parents often have conflicting notions of what’s best for their child. They present the court with… Read More »