QUESTION
As a father if there is no flat evidence that the mother of my child is unfit, what are my chances of receiving custody?
Asked on Apr 08th, 2013 on Family Law - Texas
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I was in a two year relationship with the mother of my daughter. I provided 100% of the financial support and the only time my daughter was not with me was when I was at work. Her mother an I separated in January, on February 19 she asked me if she could pick up our daughter because her parents were coming to town, I agreed. The next day she moved my daughter from Texas to Ohio. I had no idea until I went to pick her up and the neighbors said that she moved. I have a lawyer and the only thing he is pushing is visitation. I do not agree with that. Her mother does not have a job or any means of support so she moved with her parents to Ohio is what she stated and she has repeatedly stated that she can not take care of two children(elder is not mine). I don't understand why I have to settle for visitation when her mother is not a drug addict or anything of that nature but she is clearly not stable enough to provide my daughter with what she needs. She is not putting my daughter first.
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Assault Attorney serving Richardson, TX
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It is extremely difficult to get sole custody unless you can show that the mother is unfit if she has initial custody. Joint custody is the most common type and the court has to decide who has the most time to spend on raising the child, best home environment, support from relatives, financial stability and etc. The list is extensive. Cost of litigation is a major issue also as proving that there should be a change of custody. If you have the ability to fund a custody battle, see a specialist who can evaluate your case. A second opinion from a lawyer is valuable just like a second opinion from a doctor.
Answered on Apr 08th, 2013 at 6:56 PM