Contrary to popular belief, mothers do not always receive primary custody of a child. In fact, many North Carolina family courts channel a considerable amount of energy and time into making a decision that is right for a child in matters involving child custody or visitation. Fathers have legal rights to continue relationships with their children, biological or not, after a divorce or separation.
Establishing your rights as a father can be extremely beneficial in many ways. The courts understand that you deserve to be involved in the growth and development of your child or children’s lives. With the help of a lawyer, your father’s rights to custody and parenting time can be preserved through a court-mandated order or through a parenting agreement.