Shared Custody Child Support allows the children involved to experience as little change as possible under difficult circumstances. They will hopefully have the same relationships with both parents and have a stable upbringing until they reach adulthood. This is an ideal situation versus having to grow up with only one parent because the other is not around due to safety issues or the parent just doesn’t want to be involved in the child’s life.
Children growing up in an environment where both parents have a functioning and positive marital relationship are in an ideal situation. It shouldn’t matter who is providing financially for the child as long as they are receiving the best possible care. Unfortunately, should a divorce occur, there will be need to determine which parent is fit to care for the child. There are no black and white solutions as lengthy hearings may be required to determine which if not both parents can receive custody.
Unfortunately, few fathers gain custody of their children, but should both parents be amicable about their situation, there may be an ideal result for both parties. If the parents are seen as putting their child’s needs before their own, they are more likely to receive joint custody because the courts may see both parents as excellent individuals to care for the children.
Shared Custody Child Support can be approved for parents that are considered qualified and fit well before the break up occurs. Both parents don’t necessarily have to be the biological parents either. In cases of adoption or remarriage, a non-biological parent can receive parental rights if they have been in the child’s life in a parental role for an extended period of time. If it is proven that the true parentage of the child is unknown, a DNA test may be ordered, but it will help non-biological parents to be awarded visitation if they have been in the child’s life.
Shared Custody Child Support or any other support payment arrangements can be made no matter what decision is made on who has custody of the children. Unfortunately, many fathers are faced with high support payments and low visitation rights due to biases in the system. However, with the right legal representation, parents can ensure their case is heard and treated fairly to ensure that the child’s best interest is considered and that there is balance and fairness in the order.
One must get all the right legal information and aid before entering a shared custody child support hearing to ensure the best and most fair order is given for everyone involved. The better both parents work together, the more equitable result can be given. Find the right attorney who is reputable, qualified and well-versed in your city and states’ laws to ensure that you and your children receive the best results from your shared custody child support hearing.