Can I prevent my ex-partner from seeing our children after we are divorced?
February 3, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Erwin Evers
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you with an urgent question regarding my current divorce proceedings. My name is Ben Eckstein and I have recently been divorced from my wife. We have shared children, whom we have been taking care of together so far. However, the situation has drastically changed since the divorce.
My ex-partner is becoming increasingly hostile towards me and threatens to deny me access to our children. I am very worried about the well-being of our children and wonder if I am legally able to prevent my ex-partner from seeing our children.
I have already tried to speak with my ex-partner and find a reasonable solution, but without success. She remains adamant in her intention to keep the children away from me. I cannot imagine how painful it must be for the children to suddenly lose contact with one parent.
Therefore, my question to you is: Are there any legal steps I can take to ensure that my ex-partner adheres to the agreed visitation schedule with our children? How can I prevent her from seeing the children without my consent?
I am deeply concerned about the well-being of our children and seek your professional advice on how to proceed in this difficult situation.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Ben Eckstein
Dear Mr. Eckstein,
I understand your concerns and can empathize with how burdensome the situation must be for you. It is important that the well-being of the children always remains at the forefront and that both parents fulfill their duties to ensure the best for the children.
In your case, where your ex-partner is attempting to block contact with the shared children, there are legal steps you can take to ensure that your ex-partner adheres to the agreed-upon visitation with the children. First and foremost, it is important that you carefully review the agreements made during the divorce proceedings. Typically, visitation with the children as well as the rights and responsibilities of both parents regarding the children will be outlined there.
If your ex-partner is in violation of these agreements, you have the option to take legal action. One possibility would be to request an interim order from the family court to ensure that the agreed-upon visitation with the children is upheld. The court will then assess whether the accusations against your ex-partner are justified and take appropriate measures to protect the well-being of the children.
Furthermore, you could also involve the Youth Welfare Office to receive support and advice in this matter. The Youth Welfare Office is tasked with protecting the well-being of children and could assist in resolving the conflict between you and your ex-partner.
It is important that you gather all relevant information and evidence that demonstrate your ex-partner's refusal to allow visitation with the children. Witness statements, communication logs, and other documents could help strengthen your position in court.
I strongly recommend scheduling an appointment for my online consultation to discuss your situation in more detail and receive personalized advice. Together, we can develop a strategy to ensure that your rights as a father are respected and the well-being of the children is ensured.
I am here to support you during this difficult time with my expertise and assistance, and will do my best to help you.
Best regards,
Erwin Evers
