A Parenting Time Attorney Can Assist with parenting time Rights
parenting time is also referred to as parenting time. A temporary parenting time schedule can be put into place during the pendency of the divorce. Once custody has been determined, and the divorce is finalized, a permanent parenting time schedule can be put into place.
It is usually in a child’s best interest to have frequent, meaningful, and continuing contact with both parents.
One way to set a parenting time schedule is to say that the non-custodial parent will have liberal parenting time with the parties’ child(ren) away from the marital residence, as agreed to between the parties. This allows the parents to coordinate with each other and determine the parenting time schedule on a day-to-day (week-to-week) basis as they see fit. No permanent schedule is in place. Another approach is to sit down together and prepare a detailed parenting time schedule that both parties agree to. The schedule would include regular parenting time , holidays, summer vacations, birthdays, etc. This is more concrete, and without the consent of the other parent, each party must abide by a parenting time schedule.
Parenting time is not only limited to parents. In New York, grandparents can apply for parenting time rights.
It is not necessary to go to Court to create a parenting time schedule if both parties can agree to the terms. Child parenting time rights can be settled out of Court and included in a custody and parenting time agreement.
Parenting Time Modification
A parent can seek a modification of parenting time if there are changes in circumstances that would justify the change, violation or disregard for previous orders, allegations of abuse or neglect, or parental abandonment. However, changes will not be made without clear and factual evidence being shown.
Those seeking parenting time rights or a change in parenting time should enlist the services of an experienced Queens and Nassau attorney David L. Martin, Esq.
At The Law Offices of David L. Martin, Esq., P.C, we understand the difficult emotional issues that come with divorce and parenting time. We focus on your needs but, more importantly, the best interest of your child(ren).
Contact us today to schedule a free 30-minute initial consultation. We have two convenient location in Mineola office to serve your needs.
