When getting a divorce, parents shouldn’t neglect their children’s needs and wants. The best thing you can do for your child when going through this emotionally draining time is to come to an effective custody agreement that’s in line with the preferences of both parents. Custody plans need to be comprehensive yet highly specific, and practical.
What an Effective Custody Plan Entails
A comprehensive custody plan must include:
- Custody details
- Parenting schedules
- Child support plan
In addition to the above-mentioned factors, a custody plan must also include:
Legal custody details
Legal custody refers to the custody matters related to the child’s education, welfare, and healthcare and which parent gets the authority of deciding these details doe the child.
Physical Custody
This refers to the physical accommodation of the child. Physical custody decides which parent lives with the child.
Tips to Draft a Suitable Child Custody Agreement
Prioritize Your Child
In many cases, what we think is better for our children isn’t actually the right decision for them. Make sure all the choices you make are in the best interests of your child.
Find a Middle Ground
Don’t be rigid when you’re drafting an agreement. Always remember that a bad spouse isn’t necessarily a bad parent. You can make compromises when you think your child’s best interests aren’t in line with your own priorities. You may have to make compromises when making decisions related to visitation, holidays, birthdays, and weekends.
Be Specific
Instead of diving deep into unnecessary details, stick to the point and be relevant. Spend some time creating the terms of the agreement because a well-thought custody plan is more likely to get approved by the judge.
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Disclaimer: This article is only intended for educational purposes and shouldn’t be used as a substitute for legal advice.
