Life is full of
surprises. One day a couple is so in love, the next, they are signing their
divorce papers. Divorce is a common occurrence in our country. A number of
couples find this option to be the perfect solution for their irreconcilable
differences. But what happens to the children caught in between separating
parents? Atty. Nancy Parham, a female divorce lawyer from Tampa sheds some
light on the matter.
What happens to
children once the divorce is granted to their parents?
Aside from the division of properties, the
other thing that makes divorce complicated is child custody and support. The
welfare of the children is given premium in any court of law. In Tampa, issues
related with child custody and support, as well as child protection and
visitation, make negotiations and settlements lengthy and complicated.
Does custody always
go to just one parent?
No. Separating
parents have the option to share custody of the child. Otherwise known as joint
child custody and support, joint custody implies shared physical and/or legal
custody of a child, after the divorce. This means that both parents share in the
everyday responsibilities of raising a child, including all emotional, financial,
and social responsibilities. Courts in Tampa frequently
award at least some aspects of custody to both parents. It may be a joint
physical custody where in the child spend relatively the same amount of time
with each parent, a joint legal custody where in parents share decisions
regarding the welfare of the children,
or both.
How does joint child
custody and support work in Tampa?
Child custody and support
obligations in Tampa are governed by the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and
Enforcement Act. But, there are also instances when the parents choose to have
an oral agreement between themselves to avoid paying child custody and support
obligations when the child is not in the care of one of the parents. Some
settle with child protection and visitation grants to avoid settlement in
court. It is best to consult with a family lawyer or divorce lawyer when it
comes to this query so that every detail can be properly explained.
Nancy McRoberts
Parham, P.A.
210 N. Pierce St
Tampa, FL 33602
Tampa, FL 33602
813-228-0219
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