Parental Authority
Parental Authority – How to Effectively Protect Your Rights as a Parent?
Cases concerning parental authority are among the most sensitive and emotionally charged matters in family law. Every parent has the right and duty to care for their child. However, in situations of divorce, separation, or parental conflict, the court may decide to restrict, suspend, or terminate the parental authority of one of them.
As a lawyer specializing in family law, I provide support in proceedings concerning the granting, restriction, suspension, or termination of parental authority — always with the child’s best interests and the parent’s rights in mind.
What Does Parental Authority Include?
✔ Making decisions about the child’s education
✔ The right to make health and medical decisions
✔ Managing the child’s assets
✔ Representing the child before authorities and in court
✔ The right to raise the child and influence their development
When Can the Court Limit Parental Authority?
The court may restrict parental authority if it determines that a parent is failing in their duties or acting in a way that harms the child.
🔹 Parental conflicts – e.g., lack of agreement on key matters (schooling, medical care, residence)
🔹 Neglect of parental responsibilities – e.g., lack of interest in the child, avoiding contact, failure to pay child support
🔹 Domestic violence or addiction – if the parent poses a threat to the child’s wellbeing
🔹 Obstructing the other parent’s contact with the child – persistent interference may lead to court intervention
A restriction of parental authority does not mean its complete removal – the court may specify in which areas the parent may still be involved in decisions concerning the child.
Termination of Parental Authority – When Is It Necessary?
In extreme cases, the court may fully terminate a parent’s rights. This occurs when:
❌ The parent persistently neglects their duties – e.g., no contact or involvement in the child’s life
❌ The parent abuses their authority – e.g., physical or emotional abuse
❌ The parent is incapable of providing care – e.g., due to severe mental illness, substance addiction, or long-term imprisonment
How Can I Help You?
🔹 Court representation in matters of restriction or termination of parental authority
🔹 Support in protecting full parental rights
🔹 Legal defense against unjustified limitations on contact with your child
🔹 Drafting motions, appeals, and complaints in parental authority cases
Decisions regarding parental authority have a profound impact on your relationship with your child – it is worth investing in a solid legal strategy and professional support.
Your case, my strategy – a determined fight for your parental rights.