He’s Not a Bad Dad—But I Still Want Full Custody

He’s Not a Bad Dad—But I Still Want Full Custody

You’ve likely been told: “If he’s not abusive, you should split time.” “You’ll look bitter if you push for full custody.” “Don’t take the kids from their dad—it’s not fair.” But here’s the reality: you can respect your co-parent and still ask for full custody.It’s not...
Father and son looking distressed, sitting together with a broken heart symbol, reflecting family law issues and custody concerns.

What If She Won’t Let Me See the Kids?

It’s one of the hardest calls we get:“My ex won’t let me see my kids. What can I do?” If this is happening to you, first—know this:You are not powerless. You have legal rights. And there are steps you can take to protect your relationship with your child. Here’s what...
Illustration of a concerned teenager holding a folder, sitting between a man and a woman engaged in a discussion, symbolizing family law issues related to custody and parental rights.

Can My Teen Decide Where to Live?

Custody decisions are emotional for everyone—but especially when a child is old enough to have an opinion. So if your teenager has come to you and said,“I want to live with Dad,” or “I want to stay with Mom full-time,”you might be wondering: “Do they get to choose?”...