The mother is not unfit, the Father isnt either, however he can give his child a better life and the Mother believes that she is more important than him just because she is the Mother. She has mentioned that she will make sure he doesnt get custody of her daughter no matter what, She is being very selfish and she is brainwashing her daughter. What are the chances of the Father winning this case?
2006-10-31 09:48:36 · 12 answers · asked by just curious 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Well, my brother in law got custody of his daughter by proving that he would be a better provider. He needs to document what she says to him and when to give proof that she has said these things. No matter what the child's age, the judge can call the child into chambers to talk to the child. My niece is 4 and was called into the chambers and asked questions about what is said to her by each parent. Interesting information since the younger they are the less likely they can make things up in a sense as long as there is no leading of questions. I think this father has a good shot at getting custody as long as he sticks to his guns and doesn't give in to the mother's childishness.
2006-10-31 11:14:55 · answer #1 · answered by carmadsmom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless the daughter is of an age to have input (usually 13 or older) I would say the dad doesn't have a strong chance of 100% physical custody. In order for a mom to lose custody she has to be proven unfit either do to behavior, finances, or both. Best scenario for dad is 50-50 but the kid ends up the loser in the end. Anytime I have seen a 50-50 physical custody split the kid has trouble keeping straight where their stuff is when they need it and the parents start trying to one up each other on what they do or give the kid.
If the parents are civil to each other maybe they can work out an arrangement of during the week vs Fri - Sun deal but otherwise it can get crazy.
Just my 2cents worth.
2006-10-31 09:55:46 · answer #2 · answered by Subi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the age of the child involved. If you are talking about a teenager, if both parents are suitable custodians, the court will take the childs wishes into consideration as to whom they live with full time. If the child is younger, unfortunately, unless the mother were found unfit, chances are she would be given physical custody. The best thing to do is to talk to a lawyer. Good luck!
2006-10-31 09:53:11 · answer #3 · answered by davystam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Slim. If the child already lives with her then the chances are slim. He may get more time with her but if there is no reason the move the child and the child doesn't want to go why rock the boat? Parents who believe they can provide a better life than the other haven't really thought about the child. How will this ordeal effect the child. Knowing her parents are fighting over her. Too much pressure for a child
2006-10-31 09:54:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
honestly the court system hasnt been really good to fathers that want their children. It all depends on, how old the child is, and the judge, and how you support your case. My thought on this is you will get joint custody, wich can make fights between the two parents because you have to split the time, and you have to arrange a hole other bunch of crap. Best of luck if it is you, and the best thing that the dad can do is just be there for his daughter and love her.
2006-10-31 10:32:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the mother isn't unfit, then why wouldn't the couple share custody of the children? More often than not, children are placed with their mothers for the majority of custody. But if the two parents can set aside their differences and put their children first, the court will mediate and work with them to grant equal custody.
2006-10-31 09:52:26 · answer #6 · answered by shannonscorpio 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems like the person who files for a divorce and custody of the child first is the person that gets the child.
It sounds like the mother is mentally abusing the child if she saying bad things about the dad to or in front of the child. This can be as damaging on a child as physical abuse. As long as the dad is not sexually abusing the child they should share custody. They need to put the child first.
2006-10-31 10:25:09 · answer #7 · answered by myangelmyson 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a lawyer if you can.. he will get visitation and only for a few hrs starting out until she gets to know him. Going for full custody shows that he does not have her best interest at heart and doesn't care if he breaks her heart. The court doesn't agree with someone yanking a two year old from it's mother.
2016-05-22 21:06:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
chances are good; however, u do not say how old the child is...if the child is a baby like zero to 4 then maybe the mom will have better odds.
as long as u are a fit parent -- you have a say in the matter as well---things are not like they once were and also depends upon the state you reside in
2006-10-31 09:51:12 · answer #9 · answered by sunbun 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very little! but a father should have an equal chance at gettin custody i mean its ur child too!
2006-10-31 09:51:33 · answer #10 · answered by hunny_boo_boo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋