There are many scenarios in which caring and attentive parents can lose custody of their children. Fortunately, there are also several ways to fight an unfavorable arrangement and make the family whole again. A compassionate attorney will review the details of your case to see how you can improve your position and guide you through the process of reversing or adjusting the ruling. 

How to Fight Back After Losing Custody

1. Consider the Scenario From All Angles

Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes can be hard but doing so is necessary if you want to regain custody. Why did the family law judge award it to someone else? If you lost the kids in a divorce, for example, at what point in the proceedings did the judge make up his or her mind? What was it about your situation that seemed less stable than your ex’s? To regain custody, it’s essential to determine why you lost it in the first place so you can address the root of the problem.

2. Call an Attorney

A seasoned lawyer will be your greatest tool in the fight to win back custody. Look for someone who has experience with cases similar to yours and has a track record of resolving them successfully. It is never too early to call an attorney if you are unhappy with the arrangement. It may take a while to secure a more favorable outcome, but a professional can coach you on the necessary steps to change your circumstances and relationships and meet the standards required for a positive appeal.

3. Complete Any Contingencies

If the judge set forth any requirements for regaining custody, start taking the steps necessary to complete them. For example, maybe the court will reevaluate the situation after you have attended counseling, addiction treatment, or parenting classes. Acting fast and tackling the contingencies right away will show the court how determined you are to change and how committed you are to your kids. 

If you are facing a contentious custody battle or want to fight the outcome of a dispute, turn to the strategic team at the Law Office of Hawley Holman. Based in Texarkana, these lawyers have been representing clients throughout East Texas and Southwest Arkansas in family law matters for over three decades. You can rely on them for quality counsel during every stage of the proceedings. Visit their website or call (903) 792-4513 to schedule an initial consultation with an attorney today.