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Parental Rights Married Couples Vs. Unmarried Couples

When it comes to parental rights, the legal landscape can differ significantly depending on whether you are a married or unmarried couple. These differences can have far-reaching implications, impacting various aspects of child custody, visitation, and decision-making authority. Below are a few of the differences in parental rights between these types of couples Therefore, shedding light on the importance of legal recognition and the steps unmarried parents can take to protect their rights.

Family Law, Parental Rights

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Is My Divorce Uncontested?

Many people come to our office asking, Is my divorce uncontested? But what does that mean?

An uncontested divorce occurs when both parties agree on every aspect and are willing to enter into written agreements, stating this.  The parties must agree on everything – from dividing assets and debts to regularly scheduled parenting time. This may include agreeing to who gets the children on Christmas Eve annually. And further agreeing to questions like: Are you splitting the day or switching up even and odd years? If both of you agree on most aspects, but there are certain things neither is willing to budge on – the divorce will not be uncontested. 

Lindsey Waller Johnson Attorney At Law, Uncontested Divorce

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