My ex had enrolled our 3-year-old in a daycare on his days, 2 days a week. The child was already enrolled in a preschool that I signed him up for, and I communicated everything through Our Family Wizard, listing him as a parent and emergency contact as per the judge’s Allocation Judgment. However, my ex did not list me as a parent or emergency contact at the daycare, and the facility refused to communicate with me at all. When I messaged him about this through Our Family Wizard, he claimed I was harassing the school and insisted that any information would be communicated through him. My lawyer filed a Rule to Show Cause, and just 2 days after filing, the facility emailed me to say I have now been added. What happens when a parent complies after having to file for it? Sorry if that doesn’t make sense. This is the third significant issue I’ve had with him not complying, and it’s only been 3 months since the judge entered the Allocation Judgment after a long, contentious battle where my ex essentially got what he wanted.
Layperson/not verified as legal professional: Your attorney will appear in court and inform the court that the issue is resolved, likely dropping the matter. It doesn’t feel like it, but remember that this is a win. You just won. It sucks that you have to go to court to make the other person follow the parenting plan, but here you are. They are following it.
Layperson/not verified as legal professional: To add to that, this is a win, and wins add up. If you end up back in court over a larger issue, both of your records of following the parenting plan will be reviewed and could influence future rulings. It’s tough, but keep fighting the good fight; these small wins might help lead to the bigger ones. You’re being the better parent here, and that’s what really matters.
Layperson/not verified as legal professional: It’s frustrating to have to keep enforcing the plan, but at least you’re proving you’re serious about it. Next time he might think twice before going against it.
@Zaylee
Exactly! I just want to ensure my rights as a parent are respected.
Layperson/not verified as legal professional: Document everything moving forward. It’s essential to have a record of these issues as they come up. It could help in future disputes.
Layperson/not verified as legal professional: Definitely keep records. If this becomes a pattern, it may affect custody arrangements in the long run. Stay strong!