LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SOLE CUSTODY

Substance Abuse

Problems with alcohol or drugs that affect the parent's ability to care for the child. Your child's safety and well-being are our highest priority.

Violence or Threats

If the other parent has subjected you or the child to violence or threats, this is a strong basis for sole custody. No one should have to live in fear, and we will help you create a safe environment for your child.

Serious Conflict

Long-term and deep conflict between parents that negatively affects the child's well-being. Children deserve a harmonious upbringing, free from constant conflict.

Absent Parent

If the other parent is absent and not involved in the child's life. All children deserve engaged and present parents.

WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN MY CHILD DOESN'T WANT TO SEE ME?

Explore the reasons behind your child's feelings

The first step is to try to understand why your child feels this way. Sometimes a child's reluctance to see a parent can be a direct reaction to conflicts or negative experiences. It's important to approach this situation with empathy and be open to listening without judgment.

Create a supportive environment

To handle and potentially resolve this sensitive situation, it's crucial to create a calm and supportive environment for your child. This means encouraging open communication and showing that you respect and take their feelings seriously. Sometimes family counseling or therapy can be an effective tool to help the child process their feelings and promote a better relationship between parents and child.

Legal help when needed

In some cases, these conflicts cannot be resolved through dialogue alone and require deeper legal scrutiny, especially if there are indications that the child's well-being is at risk. This is where an experienced family law attorney can be crucial. An attorney can help navigate the legal aspects of custody agreements and ensure all measures align with the child's best interests. If you suspect the other parent is influencing the child negatively, it's also recommended to contact legal counsel to explore options to stop this negative influence.

Summary

If you're facing a situation where your child doesn't want to see you, it's important to approach the problem with understanding, patience, and legal caution. Having a committed and experienced attorney by your side can make a crucial difference in how you handle this sensitive situation and work toward a solution that best serves your child. An attorney will not only provide necessary legal advice but also support you through the process, ensuring your and your child's rights are protected.

PROTECTING YOUR CHILD IN A CUSTODY DISPUTE

Handling a custody dispute when one parent is violent can be stressful. Many worry that their attempts to protect their child might backfire, but with the right support, it doesn't have to be that way.

Courts prioritize the child's well-being. With proper evidence, measures can be taken, from supervised visits to restricted access for the abusive parent.

An experienced attorney like Linton Kennegård can provide you with secure guidance and ensure your and your child's interests are protected.

5 MYTHS ABOUT SOLE CUSTODY

"You lose custody if you deny a violent parent visitation."

Protecting your child from an abusive parent can be challenging, especially with lack of evidence. However, it's possible with the right legal help from an experienced custody dispute specialist.

"You don't need a lawyer to get sole custody."

Custody processes are legally complex. An experienced attorney can help you navigate the legal system, prepare documents, and represent you effectively.

"Sole custody means the other parent loses contact."

Sole custody doesn't necessarily exclude the other parent. The court may decide on visitation rights to ensure continued contact if it's in the child's best interest.

"Slandering the other parent increases chances of getting sole custody."

Defaming the other parent can harm your case. The court focuses on the child's best interests and values facts and evidence over accusations.

"Sole custody always goes to the mother."

Gender is not decisive in custody decisions. The court assesses which parent can provide the best environment for the child.

EXPERT LEGAL ADVICE IN SWEDISH FAMILY LAW

Specialized services in family law

At Linton Kennegård Law Firm, we offer expert legal advice and representation in family law, focusing on divorces and custody disputes. We also handle family-related criminal cases, where attorney Linton Kennegård has experience both as defense counsel and victim's counsel.

Creative and ethical legal practice

We work with innovative strategies, always maintaining the highest ethical standards. Our strength in negotiations ensures we always strive for the best possible outcome for our clients.

Multilingual legal services

To facilitate communication, we offer multilingual services. Our staff are fluent in English, and we can also assist in Spanish and Persian.

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Drottninggatan 97
113 60 Stockholm

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08 – 96 88 60

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