Finally got the custody agreement finalized after 18 months

2d ago1 min read

Man what a journey. Went through 3 different lawyers, mediation fell apart twice, and my ex kept changing demands at the last minute. But we finally signed off on 50/50 custody with alternating weeks. Kids are 8 and 5 so I wanted to make sure I got real time with them, not just weekends. The legal fees were brutal but it's done. Now we need to figure out how to actually communicate without it turning into a fight every time. Anyone else go through this? Tips on keeping things civil for the kids sake?

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SScott M.Regular23h ago

Three lawyers is rough. I hope the agreement actually gives you solid time with the kids and isn't going to need reworking in 6 months. That back and forth is exhausting.

CChris R.Regular2d ago

18 months of that back and forth sounds brutal, but you made it through. That finalized agreement is going to give you so much peace of mind going forward. You earned this win.

CChristopher J.New Dad2d ago

Three lawyers and two failed mediations - that's a lot of fighting to get to the finish line. Respect for sticking it out. Now you can actually focus on being the dad you want to be instead of living in legal limbo.

TTom M.Regular2d ago

Big respect for pushing through all that. A lot of guys just give up or settle for less time than they deserve. You put in the work and now you can actually be the dad you want to be.

KKyleRegular1d ago

18 months is brutal. Honestly congrats on getting through that without losing your mind. The important thing now is that you've got clarity and can actually be present with your kids without all that stress hanging over you.