Parenting Time & Decision-Making

Drake family lawyers understand that your children’s well-being is your top priority, even when your relationship with your former partner has ended. After separation, parents must make important decisions about how parenting time and decision-making responsibility will be shared.

The terms “custody” and “access” have been replaced with “parenting time” and “decision-making responsibility” to better reflect the importance of shared parenting and active involvement from both parents. These changes emphasize cooperation and the child’s best interests, moving away from the notion of one parent having control.

While the terminology is new, the core focus remains the same: ensuring both parents play a meaningful role in their child’s life after separation or divorce.

Every family is unique, and these arrangements should reflect your specific circumstances and your child’s best interests. We help you understand your legal rights and responsibilities and will guide you through the available parenting models to find the approach that best supports your family.