Author: William Bly
Who Can Get Parental Rights & Responsibilities and Visitation in Maine?
The general standard in Maine is that mothers and fathers have equal rights to custody (parental rights and responsibilities) and child visitation, unless extenuating factors make this contrary to the best interests of the child. However, what happens if the child is conceived from a sexual assault or one ...
How to Co-Parent with a Narcissist
A narcissist is an individual with an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves and a lack of empathy for others; someone who seeks attention, exhibits controlling behavior, and generally experiences turbulent relationships. We may know someone like this, but what is the best approach if this is your ...
How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation in Maine
While no divorce in Maine can be finalized without the authorization of a judge, spouses themselves may not need to set foot in a courtroom. Parties in a divorce can make any agreement they like. As long as the best interests of the children are looked after (if applicable), ...
Grandparent Visitation Rights in Maine
Ideally, during or after a marriage breakdown, whether by separation or divorce, the children maintain contact with all the important people in their lives, including their grandparents. Sometimes, however, a parent limits the time a child spends with grandparents. If this is affecting you or your grandchild, you may ...
How to Prove a Co-parent Is Emotionally Abusing a Child
Maine courts always prioritize the best interests of the child in parental rights and responsibilities cases (the term used for child custody cases in Maine). As such, a child can be removed from an abusive environment by a judge. Before this can happen, proof of the abuse—whether physical or ...
How to Navigate Your Parental Rights Case in Maine
A separation or divorce in Maine where a couple has children together can lead to a parental rights case. During the separation or divorce process, parents have legal obligations to make adequate arrangements for the welfare of their children, including their physical, mental, and emotional needs. Their main parental ...
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