A Father's Custody Rights
As a father, you need to know that during and before any divorce proceeding, you have the same legal rights as the mother. Until you are denied rights by a court or give up those rights, they are still yours. That means until you’ve reached and signed a custody agreement regarding the child or children from the marriage showing that everything is shared equally. However, most fathers are unaware of this and often assume that the mother will have more rights than them when it comes to a custody battle. Many even believe that there is a gender bias in most courts and that mothers are more likely to be permitted full custody than a father is. But with the right legal representation and council, this should not be a concern. Your child is as much of your blood as it is hers, and your rights are entirely equal, so you shouldn't have to fear losing your children in a court battle because of those issues.
If you’re one of the many dedicated fathers who simply wants an equal amount of time with your child, then you should fight for that right with the right legal representation at your back.
However, in any legal battle, it’s important to go to the field prepared. For fathers expecting a custody battle, we recommend preparing for your equal parenting time and custody battle with the items below.