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Post-divorce family law issues and parenting

On Behalf of | Sep 21, 2020 | Divorce

During the end of a marriage, people face many different hurdles. For example, it is very possible that you had to deal with financial stressors, high levels of stress and other hardships if you recently ended your marriage. However, there are many challenges that often arise after divorce. For example, there are various ways in which family law matters such as disputes involving custody and even false allegations of domestic violence can impact one’s ability to spend time with their child.

It is paramount to safeguard your relationship with your children and do everything in your power to protect your interests, especially if a former spouse is creating problems for you.

Handling custody issues correctly

If you are in the middle of a dispute over child custody, you need to consider all of your options carefully. According to the Iowa Judicial Branch, courts make key custody decisions regarding children under 18 years old for unmarried and married couples. Many parents are unable to see their children as much as they want, which often leads to hard feelings (and even depression, in some instances). That said, many have legal options to pursue a more favorable end result. It is pivotal to work through these custody challenges correctly and maintain a positive attitude.

Handling other post-divorce legal matters

Aside from custody, other family law topics often raise concerns, especially when it comes to raising a child. For example, some parents do not receive the child support that they are owed, while others are not able to make child support payments. For people on both sides of these issues, serious problems are very likely. Custodial parents often struggle to cover costs related to raising a kid, while non-custodial parents often face serious penalties if they fall behind.