How do I protect my rights as a father?
Family Law Attorney Lindsay Byers-Wagner explains you may have heard of something called "the tender years doctrine", which means mothers were favored over fathers in custody cases.  Most clients that come in are still worried about that prejudice.  There are still some judges with that mindset but most judges are more progressive.  If you are a father worried about your custody rights it's best to have a qualified attorney on your side to help you navigate the legal system.