How can I protect my child from being endangered by the other parent?
July 14, 2024 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Marcus Hering
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you today as I have serious concerns about the well-being of my child. My name is Erwin Raab and I am the father of a 7-year-old son. Since the separation from his mother a year ago, I have joint custody of our child. However, I have recently noticed increasingly concerning behaviors from my ex-partner. She displays very unstable behavior, neglects the needs of our son, and regularly drinks alcohol when he is with her.
This situation is causing me great worry, as I fear that my child is at risk due to his mother's behavior. I want to protect my child and provide him with a safe and stable environment. Therefore, I am wondering how I can proceed legally to protect my child from potential harm by the other parent. Are there options to change custody or adjust visitation arrangements to ensure the safety of my child?
I am willing to take all necessary steps to secure the well-being of my child. Therefore, I seek your expert advice and support in this difficult situation. I hope that you can help me find a solution to prevent further harm to my child.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Erwin Raab
Dear Mr. Raab,
Thank you for your message and the trust you have placed in me. It is understandable that you are deeply concerned about the well-being of your child, especially in light of the troubling behaviors you have observed in the mother of your son. It is important for the child to grow up in a safe and stable environment, and it is commendable that you are willing to take all necessary steps to ensure this.
In cases where a parent has concerns about the welfare of the child, it is possible to take legal steps to modify custody or visitation arrangements. Initially, you should try to discuss the issue with the mother of your child and find possible solutions. If this is not possible or if the situation does not improve, you can seek assistance from the family court to request a change in custody or visitation arrangements.
The court will consider the best interests of the child as the paramount concern in such cases and assess whether there is any harm to the child. For example, it may decide to transfer custody fully or partially to you or adjust visitation arrangements to protect the child. It is important to present all relevant evidence and information in court to support your concerns.
I strongly recommend that you consult with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your legal options and receive assistance in advocating for your interests. An attorney can guide you through the entire process, represent you legally, and ensure that the well-being of your child is at the forefront.
I hope that my response has provided you with an initial overview of possible steps. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or need my assistance.
Sincerely,
Marcus Hering
Family Law Attorney
