What is a Parenting Plan?

A parenting plan is a detailed plan agreed upon by parents in order to set up parenting time with the children. Parents can have a large degree of control over a parenting plan or parenting time plan and can create a schedule that works best for everyone involved. This is especially important when considering a plan that works best for the children involved.

Often a judge may order a parenting time schedule that does not fit the needs of the parents or the child. While judges try their best to determine what is in the best interests of the children, the parents of the children are the best situated to make that decision. Preparing a parenting plan enables the parents to take control of these decisions by themselves, and set up a plan that can best meet the children’s interests.

Parenting plans can include detailed pick-up and drop-off instructions as well as a variety of other details. These details can include broad details relevant to the days and times the children will spend with each parent and can also even include details about how the parents will communicate and work on avoiding conflict.

It is usually important to discuss your parenting plan with an attorney to make sure that your rights are being protected. This is especially true if there is a history of conflict or argument between the parents and if there is concern that one parent may disagree with portions of the plan. Having an experienced child custody and parenting time attorney review or assist in preparing the parenting plan is important before finalizing that plan.

The parenting time attorneys at RAM Law PLLC are familiar with all manners of parenting plans and parenting time schedules. Call now to speak with an experienced custody and parenting time attorney to discuss the options for your parenting plan.