Riverside Parental Alienation Attorney

What is parental alienation syndrome?

With 50% of marriages ending in divorce, almost one million children are affected each year. In uncontested divorce cases, the parents are able to come to an agreement regarding custody and child support. However, 10% of divorces involve some kind of custody battle. As each parent wants the best for their family, this sensitive topic can be difficult to negotiate without the help of an attorney. A Riverside divorce lawyer from our firm could act as a mediator in these cases and help you avoid going to court. If court is necessary, we could be a strong advocate for you and your children.

There are, sadly, many consequences to a divorce. One of the side effects that has been researched in recent years is parental alienation syndrome (PAS). In some cases, one parent's bitterness and anger turns the child or children against the other parent. Attempting to turn children against the other parent is actually a form of child abuse and can be prevented by the court. One definition describes it as "the deliberate attempt by one parent (and/or guardian/significant other) to distance his/her children from the other parent and in doing so, the parent engages the children in the process of destroying the affectional ties and familial bonds that once existed…".

Are you the victim of PAS? How a Riverside Parental Alienation Lawyer Could Help

Children can be easily effected parental alienation because they are already dealing with feeling of insecurity, fear, and sadness. The reasons parents choose to do this vary, but they are often motivated by revenge, jealousy, anger, or even money. If your former spouse is using lies and manipulation to turn your child and make them think you are the enemy, there are steps you can take to stop this. Speak to a member of our legal team at Hanson, Gorian & Bradford if you are the victim of parental alienation. We will do everything necessary to protect you and your relationship with your children.

To learn more, contact a Riverside parental alienation attorney today!