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One of the biggest and most impactful factors that needs to be determined when a couple divorces is who will have custody of the children and assume parental rights and responsibilities. It is quite common for spouses to get stuck on these issues. Not only does the outcome impact their life, but it can have a longstanding impact on the lives of their children. If you have children and are getting divorced, a lawyer from The Maine Divorce Group can help you draft a parenting plan that suits your needs and even help you negotiate with your soon to be ex-spouse.
For divorcing spouses with children, an allocation judgment is the judicial allocation of parental rights and responsibilities. Allocation judgments are the decision of the family court judge regarding issues such as custody, decision making, and child support. Many couples each draft a proposed parenting plan outlining their desires for how these issues should be worked out post-divorce. Their proposals are then sent to the overseeing judge.
Any parenting court order will be based on the best interest of the children. The safety and well-being of the child is the priority of the court, and they will act accordingly. This means the desires of either or both parents may not uphold the best interest of their children and, therefore, will not be considered. The best interests of the child are determined by multiple physical and psychological factors, including:
Although it was common in the past, courts are not permitted to give preference to one parent over another based on either parent’s gender or the child’s age or gender. However, the court is required to look at certain situations, such as if a young child has a need to breastfeed or if an adolescent is more bonded to their father. Overall, the court will make decisions based on the physical and psychological health of the child.
Having an allocation judgment that works in your favor and for your child begins with crafting a parenting plan that is realistic and legally sound. At The Maine Divorce Group, our well-versed attorneys understand how desperate parents may feel when it comes to the custody or financial provision of their children. We can help you have realistic expectations, determine your goals, and put them into a parenting plan to submit to the court. For a case consultation, contact us today.
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