Parenting Time Enforcement

Parenting Time Enforcement

When you’ve worked hard to get a parenting time order in place, it can be deeply frustrating and emotionally draining when the other parent doesn’t follow it.

If you’re looking for a professional with experience on both sides of the courtroom, look no further than The Law Office of Michael E. Thomas, PLLC. Get help with time enforcement issues and ensure your parenting time is respected.

Call today at (248) 855-6477 to schedule a consultation with an experienced attorney.

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What Is Parenting Time Enforcement?

Parenting time enforcement is the legal process of asking the court to intervene when one parent doesn’t follow the existing parenting time order.

This may involve:

• Repeatedly denying scheduled visits
• Failing to return the child on time
• Refusing to follow holiday or summer schedules
• Interfering with communication or transportation

The Law Office of Michael E. Thomas, PLLC can help you file a formal petition with the court to hold the other parent accountable and restore your parenting time.

The Law Office of Michael E. Thomas, PLLC Offers Help With Time Enforcement

You deserve to have your time respected, and your child deserves consistency. The Law Office of Michael E. Thomas, PLLC can help you take clear legal action to restore your parenting time and protect your relationship with your kids.

Services include:

• Reviewing your current court order and parenting time schedule
• Drafting and filing motions for parenting time enforcement
• Collecting and organizing documentation to support your claims
• Negotiating with the other parent or their attorney, if possible
• Representing you in court hearings when cooperation fails
• Requesting make-up time, fines, or other court-ordered solutions

These services are dedicated to helping people like you.

Do You Have To Go to Court To Enforce Your Parenting Time?

In most cases, you’ll need to go to court to enforce your parenting time because a judge has to enforce the court order.

However, there are situations where you might not have to go that far. If both parents are willing to work things out, the issue can be resolved in other ways. This could include having a professional send a formal letter or warning, reaching an agreement through mediation, or making adjustments to the orders that are filed and approved by the court.

How Do You Enforce a Parenting Time Order?

To enforce a parenting time order, the first step is to gather documentation of any missed or denied time. This can include keeping a detailed log of incidents, saving messages, or noting witnesses who can confirm what happened.

Once you have this information, you need to file a motion for enforcement with the family court, explaining how the other parent has not followed the order. After filing, there will be a hearing where a judge will review your claims and the evidence you provide.

Get Back Your Time With an Experienced Family Lawyer

If the other parent isn’t honoring your time, it’s something the court takes seriously. The Law Office of Michael E. Thomas, PLLC is here to help you take the right steps to get your time back, enforce your rights, and protect the connection you have with your child. Schedule a consultation today and get back on track with an experienced family lawyer by your side.

Looking for parenting time enforcement? Contact us at (248) 855-6477.