How does a new partnership affect custody rights?
January 19, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Marcus Hering
Dear Family Law Attorney,
My name is Alexander Helbig and I am facing a complex situation regarding my custody rights. I have been divorced for some time and have joint custody of my two children. I have now met a new partner and we are seriously considering moving in together. However, I am concerned about how a new relationship could affect my custody rights.
Currently, my ex-wife and I have a good co-parenting relationship and make all important decisions together. Could a new relationship have an impact on this agreement? Could my ex-wife object to joint custody due to my new life situation? And what are the chances that the court may assess my parental responsibility differently if I am in a new relationship?
I want my children to continue to grow up in a stable environment and for me to actively participate in their upbringing. Are there possible solutions to maintain custody even in a new relationship? Should I take legal steps to protect myself? I am unsure and hope that you can provide clarity with your expertise and experience.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Alexander Helbig
Dear Mr. Helbig,
Thank you for your trust and your open words regarding your complex situation concerning the custody of your two children. It is understandable that you are worried and seek clarity on how a new partnership could affect your existing custody arrangement.
First and foremost, it is important to know that custody is generally independent of the relationship status of the parents. This means that a new partnership in itself does not have any impact on the existing custody arrangement. As long as you and your ex-wife are able to continue making important decisions for your children together and maintain a good co-parenting relationship, your new partnership should not play a role.
However, in some cases, a parent may raise objections to joint custody if they believe that the other parent's new life situation could have a negative impact on the children. In such a case, it is important to remain calm and have a conversation with your ex-wife to find a solution together.
If you are unsure whether your new partnership could have an impact on your custody arrangement, I recommend seeking advice from an experienced family law attorney in a timely manner. An attorney can help you understand your rights and, if necessary, take legal steps to secure your custody rights.
It is important that you continue to actively participate in the upbringing of your children and ensure that their well-being is always a priority. Open discussions with your ex-wife and, if needed, with an attorney can help avoid conflicts and find a good solution for all parties involved.
I hope that my response has provided some clarity for you. If you have any further questions or require more detailed advice, I am happy to assist.
Sincerely,
Marcus Hering, Family Law Attorney
