Fathers Rights

NYC Fathers Rights Lawyer

Equal Rights, Equal Time, Equal Treatment

50%
Fathers Seeking Custody Win
70%
Joint Custody Awards
91%
Fathers Want Equal Time
35%
Fathers Get Primary Custody

Fighting for Fathers' Equal Rights in NYC

Fathers have equal rights to custody and meaningful relationships with their children. Despite outdated stereotypes, New York law recognizes that children benefit from having both parents actively involved. Our fathers' rights attorneys fight aggressively to protect your parental rights and ensure fair treatment in family court.

Fathers' Rights We Protect

Equal consideration for custody
Meaningful parenting time/visitation
Joint legal custody rights
Fair child support calculations
Protection from false allegations
Relocation prevention rights

Common Challenges Fathers Face

  • Gender bias assumptions in family court
  • False allegations of abuse or neglect
  • Alienation from children by other parent
  • Unfair visitation limitations
  • Excessive child support demands
  • Exclusion from major decisions
  • Denial of overnight visits
  • Interference with parenting time
  • Move-away threats
  • Lack of enforcement of court orders

Our Fathers' Rights Strategy

Document Everything

Build evidence of your involvement and parenting

Challenge Bias

Fight stereotypes with facts and expert testimony

Aggressive Advocacy

Stand firm against unfair treatment and false claims

Enforcement Action

Pursue contempt for violations of your rights

Building Your Custody Case

1Parenting History

Document your involvement in daily care and activities

2Home Environment

Demonstrate safe, stable living arrangements

3Work-Life Balance

Show flexibility and availability for children

4Co-Parenting Efforts

Evidence of promoting relationship with mother

5Child's Best Interests

Focus on what's best for your children

Your Rights as a Father

Request 50/50 custody
Seek primary custody if appropriate
Have overnight visitation
Make educational decisions
Access medical records
Attend school events

Leveling the Playing Field

While mothers often enter custody proceedings with perceived advantages, fathers who fight strategically with experienced counsel achieve equal or primary custody at increasing rates. We know how to present your case effectively, counter bias, and demonstrate that active father involvement benefits children.

Evidence That Strengthens Your Case

  • School involvement records (attendance, volunteering, conferences)
  • Medical appointment participation
  • Coaching or activity leadership
  • Daily caregiving documentation
  • Bond with children (photos, videos, testimonials)
  • Stable employment and housing
  • Absence of criminal history
  • Completion of parenting classes
  • Psychological evaluations if beneficial
  • Character witnesses and references

Fighting False Allegations

Immediate legal response required
Gather contradicting evidence
Witness statements crucial
Request investigations
Pursue sanctions for false claims
Document all interactions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do fathers have equal rights to custody in NYC?

Yes, New York law provides equal rights to both parents. Courts must base decisions on the child's best interests, not gender. Fathers who actively seek custody and demonstrate strong parenting achieve favorable outcomes.

Can fathers get primary custody?

Absolutely. Fathers obtain primary custody when they can demonstrate it's in the child's best interests, such as being the primary caregiver, providing stability, or when the mother has issues affecting parenting ability.

What if the mother is keeping my children from me?

Document all denied visitation and file for emergency court intervention. We can seek contempt orders, makeup time, and even custody modification for persistent interference with your parental rights.

How do I fight false abuse allegations?

Act immediately with legal counsel. Gather evidence, witness statements, and documentation disproving claims. Request investigations and evaluations. False allegations can backfire on the accuser with proper legal response.

Ready to Protect Your Rights?

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SPODEK LAW GROUP

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