As cohabitation continues to become more common in the United States, there are more and more unmarried fathers. Many of these fathers want to ensure that they have the legal right to see their child and to have a strong relationship with them. This may not be the...
Fathers’ Rights
Do dads have equal rights in the eyes of the court?
In the past, it was true that women were often given custody of their children over the fathers. There was a bias that suggested that women were more capable of raising children. There was also the reality that most men worked and were the breadwinners, so they would...
Establishing paternity is for you and your child
As a man who may be the father of a child, it’s very important for you to establish paternity. While it’s assumed that a man is the father of a child born during his marriage, the same is not true in other cases. Since you have to establish your rights if you are...
Unmarried fathers have parental rights
Fathers in Indiana have parental rights regardless of whether they're married to their child’s mother. To exclude a biological father from custody or visitation of his child, a mother would have to prove that the father is unfit in some way. The best interests of the...
Post-divorce dating and your kids
For many people in Indiana who have gotten divorced, there comes a time when they begin to consider getting back into the dating scene. This may happen via a conscious effort, such as signing up with an online dating site, or by happenstance, if a person unexpectedly...
Act quickly to establish your children’s paternity
Fathers in Indiana have parental rights in regard to their biological children. This is true regardless of whether or not you are married to your children's mother. However, we at Robert Schembs know that the law makes different assumptions as to the paternity of...
Why are more dads receiving custody of kids?
Whether you are a single father or are currently going through the divorce process, you may feel overwhelmed and emotional when dealing with the separation. Going through a divorce involving children can be complicated, especially when it comes to determining who will...
What is malicious parent syndrome and how can you recognize it?
Divorcing your spouse in Indiana is a stressful process, especially if you have children. If your ex-spouse engages in behavior intended to harm your relationship with your children and/or your reputation in the community, it can quickly become a nightmare scenario in...
The importance of dads in kids’ well-being
Society today seems to be growing in its understanding of the importance of fathers in their children's lives. No longer are moms seen as the only important parent for kids. Yet, there are still some gaps when it comes to understanding exactly how and why dads may...
How has fatherhood changed in recent decades?
If you are a dad in Indiana who is facing an impending divorce, you are likely worried about your children and how much time you will be able to have with them once you are divorced. During this process, it will be important for you to hold tight to the knowledge that...
