Mothers’ Rights Attorneys in Dutchess County
Protecting Mothers’ Rights to Child Support & Custody
While there have been significant advances in fathers’ rights during divorces in recent years, it is important that they do not come at the expense of a mothers’ rights. Both a mother and father have intrinsic rights to raise and care for their child that cannot be justifiably pushed aside or overlooked. If you are a mother going through a divorce and you feel like your rights are being ignored in favor of your husband’s, you cannot hesitate to seek legal counsel to rebalance the playing field again.
Contact the Law Office of Dennis R. Vetrano, Jr., LLC to connect with attorneys who genuinely care about their clients. We are well-known throughout the region as being able to overcome adversities in virtually any family law case by utilizing unique, clever solutions to complex problems. Tell us what is going on during a case evaluation and we would be happy to point you in the right direction.
A Mother's Rights Must Be Respected
When the New York divorce court’s total history of judgements is reviewed, there seems to be a historically positive bias towards giving mothers preferential treatment child custody rulings. In some cases, this is an unfortunate consequence of a father's rights being unfairly revoked. In others, it is merely the outcome of the mother being the right choice of primary parent for the child. The court needs to decide based on a child’s best interests, not either parents.
You can show that you deserve physical or legal custody of your child if you:
- Maintain steady employment with respectable income
- Do not have a criminal record of violence or DUI
- Keep a healthy, happy relationship with your child
- Show no need to relocate in the immediate future
In some situations, a mother's rights might be challenged based on the uncertainty of adoption. If your child is not your biological child, your ex-spouse may argue that you have not inherited full rights as a mother. A divorce attorney’s help will be required to resolve such a complex matter amicably.
Understanding Your Rights as a Mother
As a mother, it's important to understand your legal rights when it comes to child support, custody, and other family law matters. Our team of experienced mothers' rights attorneys in Dutchess County is dedicated to protecting and advocating for your rights throughout the legal process.
Some key rights that mothers should be aware of include:
- Legal rights to child custody and visitation
- Entitlement to child support payments
- Rights to make decisions regarding the upbringing of your child
- Protection from discrimination based on your status as a mother
At the Law Office of Dennis R. Vetrano, Jr., LLC, we are committed to providing personalized legal representation to ensure that your rights as a mother are respected and upheld. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discuss your specific legal needs.
Call Our Beacon Divorce Lawyers at 845.605.4330
Protecting your rights as a mother during divorce can be a challenge if you undertake it on your own. The conflict is so close to your heart and well-being, it may begin to feel too personal, and you can understandably miss important information or say the wrong thing. Keep the frustration out of your own hair and let our lawyers take over your case for you. With more than 65 years of collective experience dedicated specifically to divorce and relevant laws, we are confident we can find a positive outcome to your case.
Contact us at your earliest convenience. We look forward to hearing from you.
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"Unfortunately some of the hardest times in our lives we need an attorney to help guide us through such emotional and uncertain and scary period"Unfortunately some of the hardest times in our lives we need an attorney to help guide us through such emotional and uncertain and scary period. Choosing the best attorney can take away some of the fear and anxiety Dennis and his absolutely amazing team have held my hand and calmed my nerves on more than one occasion Stacey is always on the other end of the phone to reassure me that it is a process and it will be ok.I have found such comfort in Dennis his knowledge and strong confidence that he and his team have it all under control allows me to focus on myself and my children while they handle my case. I highly recommend this firm!- Jennifer Garofolo
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"I am extremely thankful for having received the best representation from my attorney Kristen D. Farris for a temporary order of protection case against my soon to be ex-husband."
I am extremely thankful for having received the best representation from my attorney Kristen D. Farris for a temporary order of protection case against my soon to be ex-husband. Everything went so smooth with her amazing expertise and professionalism. In the court, she took charge right away and everything was just so well. I was so relieved! The outcome of the case was perfect and the case settled without any issues. I had no chance to stress! Finally, the office staff was so friendly and the communication, which was mostly through e-mail, was perfect. I am looking forward to working with Kristen with the next steps of getting a divorce. God answered my prayer when I asked for a great attorney :) I was so nervous but thankfully everything went so well!!!
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"Kristen and Erika were wonderful to work with. Very professional, yet compassionate. They thoroughly explained everything in understandable terms."
Kristen and Erika were wonderful to work with. Very professional, yet compassionate. They thoroughly explained everything in understandable terms. Both Kristen and Erika were prompt in all communications and kept me informed throughout.
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"Tough, gracious, generous, and committed describe Kristen’s qualities as my attorney."
Tough, gracious, generous, and committed describe Kristen’s qualities as my attorney. And much thanks to the paralegal team as well. Their combined experience provided prompt support whenever I had any questions and helped talk me through my situation and to provide clarity. I can’t thank Kristen and her team enough for the all hard work and kindness through the process.
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"Christal Prinz is OUTSTANDING! She has compassion and a wealth of knowledge about the law."
Christal Prinz is OUTSTANDING! She has compassion and a wealth of knowledge about the law. She has a good common-sense approach as well. It was a delight to work with her considering the circumstances and nuances of my case and the law.
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"I am so thankful I found this law office to handle my divorce. Kristen was a pleasure to deal with and handled my divorce flawlessly. Communication was always very fast, and always very clear."
I am so thankful I found this law office to handle my divorce. Kristen was a pleasure to deal with and handled my divorce flawlessly. Communication was always very fast, and always very clear. I highly recommend! Couldn’t have been handled better. Thank you.
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"The guidance and knowledge they provided was immeasurable."I am so grateful for the wonderful team that assisted me through one of the most difficult times of my life. The guidance and knowledge they provided was immeasurable.- Jessica Conklin
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"I am happy to recommend DRV Law and Kristen F. specifically. As a father divorcing an intractable and vengeful spouse, I was terrified of how the court would treat a father vs a mother, as well as of how my ex could muddy and delay the process."I am happy to recommend DRV Law and Kristen F. specifically. As a father divorcing an intractable and vengeful spouse, I was terrified of how the court would treat a father vs a mother, as well as of how my ex could muddy and delay the process. And all in the midst of a pandemic that made everything more complicated. Kristen and her team’s legal advice was consistently spot on, the office’s communication was regular and helpful, and their billing was fair and understandable. You won’t be disappointed in them!- A.B.