Which Parent Is More Likely to Win Custody

Divorces are messy, especially for children. Custody cases are often dragged out for long periods of time, making the children suffer more than anything. But despite popular belief, the majority of child custody cases are not decided by the court. 91 percent of cases are decided out of court. Children custody solicitors can help you determine which parent is more likely to win child custody and the factors it is based on.

Maternal Custody

In the 20^th century, the ‘tender years doctrine’ was in place not just in the United States but also in the European Union. According to this law, when kids are young, they need motherly care and attention more than that of a father and so custody would always fall in the hands of a mother.

The Commission on European Family Law abolished this doctrine in favor of joint custody. This arrangement gave both parents a degree of control over the child’s life and responsibility for them. It also ensured that the child was in contact with both parents.

Court’s Ruling

Although child custody disputes are often resolved out of court but in the few cases that things get too messy to be solved without the aid of the legal system, the court considers several things before coming to a ruling.

These considerations include which parent would be able to provide better for a child financially and physically, how old the child is, what both the parents’ physical/mental health history looks like, what their relation with the child is and which one the child prefers to live with.

Only after getting answers to all these questions do courts make a decision and it may not necessarily always be in the favor of the mother.

If you’re going through a messy separation and are worried about the custody of your children then it’s wise to consult an expert. Child custody solicitors can provide you with the best advice on what should be the next course of action.

Professional legal experts at Wembley Solicitors are well-versed in partnership disputes, children law, family law and divorce disputes in UK. Call us now at 020 3417 3700 to book a consultation.