Experienced Lawyers For All Child Custody Issues And Parenting Rights

To parents, issues of child custody are some of the most important issues in a divorce or legal separation. Typically, both parents want to continue being active, involved parents with a fair share of custody and parenting time.

At Clark Law PLLC, we understand how important your children are to you. We have the experience, tools and resources to help you navigate complex child custody matters while maximizing your chances of success.

Parenting Plans In New Hampshire

The state of New Hampshire and its courts use the terms “parenting rights and responsibilities” to refer to child custody and visitation matters. Typically, courts favor parenting plans that allow both parents to have adequate time with their children.

Unmarried parents and married couples going through a divorce must have a parenting plan. This plan addresses decision-making responsibility for major decisions like nonemergency health care, education and religious training; day-to-day decision-making; the routine weekly schedule; holidays and birthday schedules; three-day weekend schedules; vacation and summer schedules; residence for school purposes; transportation for parenting exchanges; supervised parenting (if necessary); access to medical and school records; phone contact between parents and children; written/email contact between parents and children; relocation; disputes over parenting issues; and other related issues.

Before making any decisions that could lead to a loss of parenting time or unfair division of parental responsibilities, call us at 603-473-4338 to obtain important legal advice.

If a change in circumstances, such as a parent’s relocation or child’s preference, calls for an adjustment to an existing parenting plan, we can advise you regarding what courts look for in a modification and how best to proceed while protecting your interests.

How Can I Protect My Visitation Rights?

When your time and relationship with your children are on the line, there is no room for error. The best way to protect your parental rights and pursue a fair and reasonable custody arrangement is to retain the services of an experienced family law attorney.

The child custody lawyers of Clark Law PLLC have decades of experience representing mothers and fathers in matters of shared parenting including establishing paternity.

In certain circumstances, the termination of parental rights may become necessary, either due to concerns of neglect, abuse, or abandonment, or as part of adoption proceedings. This legal action permanently ends the legal relationship between a parent and their child, underscoring the seriousness of such cases. We approach these sensitive matters with the utmost care and professionalism, ensuring that all legal standards are met while advocating for the best interests of the child. Our experienced attorneys are equipped to guide you through this complex process with compassion and diligence.

Navigating Parental Alienation In New Hampshire

Parental alienation is a serious issue that can arise during child custody disputes. It occurs when one parent manipulates a child’s perception to create unwarranted negative feelings toward the other parent. This behavior can severely damage the parent-child relationship and have long-lasting emotional impacts on the child, including guilt, confusion, fear and sadness. In extreme cases, it can lead to trust issues and mental health problems that persist into adulthood.

Recognizing the signs of parental alienation is crucial. Look for:

• Sudden changes in your child’s behavior
• Refusal to spend time with you
• Excessive criticism of you
• Showing no guilt or remorse for treating you poorly

We understand the tremendous toll parental alienation can take, and we will work diligently to protect your parental rights and preserve your relationship with your child. Whether that involves creating fair parenting schedules or enforcing or modifying a court order, our team has the resources and legal knowledge to help you confront issues related to parental alienation.