child custody

What do you need to do to prepare for a custody battle? Discover 5 things that can potentially hurt your case and how to navigate the process successfully.

If you are preparing for a custody battle, you may be looking for tips to navigate the process successfully. Dealing with child custody issues can be overwhelming. And for most parents, it’s new territory. It makes sense to learn as much as you can about how the process works, so you can do everything possible to achieve an optimal outcome for the sake of your children and family.

Keep reading to discover five things that can potentially hurt your case so you can avoid them as you go forward.

Mistake #1: Discussing child custody issues with your children.

Mistake #2: Sharing details about the custody battle or other parent on social media.

Mistake #3: Cutting off the other parent from the children.

Mistake #4: Making important decisions about the kids without checking in with the other parent (unless you have a court order).

Mistake #5: Keeping information about your children or their activities from the other parent.

Although there are exceptions, in most cases, it will be best to avoid these five actions. Why? Because they can impact how the court views your role as a parent. A judge might view these behaviors as vindictive or not in the children’s best interests. When possible, even when the rest of your case is contested, attempting to co-parent is favored by the courts, and it is essential to portray yourself in the best, most responsible light.

Choose McCutchen McLean, LLC, to Navigate Your Custody Battle

Our Lexington child custody attorneys can help you handle child custody issues correctly—so you can avoid common mistakes. We provide experienced counsel and representation to ensure you present your best self to the court. Contact McCutchen McLean, LLC, to discuss how we can help you achieve favorable results for your custody battle.

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