If you’re like many people, particularly those who have never been through a custody battle, you might assume that courts automatically favor the mother over the father.
But you’d be mistaken.
The law doesn’t discriminate when it comes to child custody, and that’s because it’s nearly always best for kids to be involved with both parents—not just mom or dad. The courts recognize the fact that mothers and fathers are equally capable of caring for (and providing for) children.
It wasn’t always this way, though. Even a few decades ago, mothers were considered to be the best choice when it came to taking care of children. Fathers’ rights weren’t really an issue because society assumed that everyone involved would be happier and better-adjusted if the mother was the primary caregiver.
Fathers’ Rights and Custody
Fathers have equal rights when it comes to child custody in the state of Wisconsin. The courts don’t look at whether a parent is male of female; they look at a number of other factors while keeping the kids’ best interests in mind.
Some of the factors the courts consider can include:
- The relationships of the children with each parent
- The kids’ adjustments to their home lives, communities and schools
- The mental and physical health of everyone involved
- The availability of child care
- Whether parental alienation is likely to occur
- Whether child abuse or domestic violence has occurred
- Whether one or both parties has a problem with alcohol or drugs
Do You Need a Father’s Rights Lawyer?
If you’re a dad who’s having a custody dispute with your ex, it may be in your best interest to work with a father’s rights lawyer in Milwaukee. We will be happy to evaluate your case and help determine the best course of action for you and your children.
Call us at 414-383-6700 or contact us online right away so we can ensure that you’re treated fairly under Wisconsin law.
