Visitation Rights

Child custody issues are never easy. And it can be challenging to keep the children’s best interests in mind when you’re dealing with emotionally charged conversations with your ex-spouse or co-parent. Visitation rights are often a major issue when trying to work out a visitation schedule between two parents that are struggling to get along-but this is something that won’t go away on it’s own without digging in and sorting it out.

The court will typically allow parents to make their own visitation schedule so it can work around obligations such as work and school hours. However, when parents can’t cooperate, a judge can step in.

The Judge Rules

The judge can determine what is considered reasonable visitation and issue a court order with a fixed visitation schedule when it’s clear the two parents are not able to reach an agreement. Some courts will also order a fixed visitation schedule to provide the stability that kids can rely on in an upsetting and confusing period of their lives.

A judge can also step in when visitation rights need to be altered. This is common if a non-custodial parent fails to act on an agreed to or court-ordered visitation schedule.

Whether you are a mother who wants to establish a formal visitation schedule for the father or an unmarried father who wants to establish your child custody rights, you want an attorney with the right attitude on your side. Michael E. Bryant understands that each client he represents has a unique situation. He wants what is best for you and your child, and has the experience to represent and guide you through this difficult process.