Preparing For Divorce: 5 Things Dads Needs To Know
It doesn't matter how you approach the situation - divorce is stressful. If there are children involved, the process becomes even more complex and emotionally charged. Fathers who have been closely involved in their children's lives and strongly desire to obtain sole (or at least joint ) custody of their children may face particularly unique challenges. This week, the attorneys at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. are here to equip fathers with some important information they need to know about preparing for a custody battle. 1. Be Clear About Your Goals From The Very Beginning At the very start of your custody case , identify your ideal outcome and make it known. If you want sole legal custody, say so. If you want joint physical custody with significant visitation rights, say so. You and your divorce attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks need to be able to work together towards a common goal. Being honest with yourself about your desired outcome (and all of