Fathers Rights Attorneys in Phoenix

The popular belief is that fathers always seem to be shortchanged in custody and family matters. Over the past few decades, however, this attitude has changed and fathers now have equal legal rights to the custody of their child. Arizona law presumes that the child will benefit most from contact with both parents. In some cases, however, it is still important for the father to show the court why he should be an active part of the child's life to establish not only greater access time, but an essential role in making life decisions for the child.

After a divorce or the birth of a child out of wedlock, issues of custody and support will arise and may become a large source of disagreement among the parties. The questions of visitation time, child support obligations and parental rights are questions that need to be answered.

At the law firm of Bruce D. Brown PLLC, we encourage the parties to attempt to work out these issues outside of a court, but in many cases, this proves impossible as emotions are understandably flaring. With our years of experience, our office can hopefully steer the parents back to an amicable agreement that benefits all, including the child. Similarly, when these issues go into a courtroom, our attorneys will help protect fathers' rights and the best interests of the children involved.

As a former Marine Corps Judge Advocate ("JAG") officer, attorney Thomas Morton understands that fathers in the Armed Forces still have rights and face the same issues as civilian fathers.

Whether you are concerned about the time you get to spend with the child, the rights you have towards the child and important decisions in his or her life, or about child support obligations, our firm can help you figure out the best solutions to your particular situation.

Contact our firm right away for a consultation.

Child Support and Visitation

In the past, fathers have often carry a greater burden with respect to the amount of child support, spousal support and debt division that occurred after a divorce. Now, the law makes it a priority that both sides bear their fair share.

It is also important for a father to establish paternity of their child right away, so that the father will have his rights recognized in court and by law enforcement. A delay in establishing legal paternity could cause a father to lose his rights and not be able to see the child for significant periods of time.

At the law firm of Bruce D. Brown, we understand these issues and how the legal system works in cases of custody and visitation. Our lawyers have worked with dads and their rights for the past two decades and will protect your rights and your family.

Contact our firm at 602-589-5110 for a consultation.

1717 West Northern Avenue
Suite 101
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Telephone: 602-589-5110
Fax: 602-589-5015
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The law firm of Bruce D. Brown PLLC is centrally located and serves the Phoenix metro area and Maricopa county, including the cities of Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Peoria, Cave Creek, Carefree, New River, Anthem, Black Canyon City, Sun City, Laveen, Buckeye, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Tolleson, Youngtown, Queen Creek, Guadalupe, Gilbert, Chandler, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, El Mirage, Avondale, and Surprise, Arizona.