Medina, Ohio, Parents' Rights Attorney

Protecting Your Rights as a Parent, While Keeping Your Child's Best Interests in Mind

It is important to keep in mind that children may be "yours," but they are not your property. It must also be acknowledged that a relationship with both parents is essential to their well-being and that the best interests of the children are at the front and center of any decision regarding child custody and your parental rights.

At the Law Office of Michael Cretella, LLC, we are committed to both passionately advocating for the best interests of your children and preserving your parental rights.

Do you have questions or concerns about your parental rights? Contact our Medina, Ohio, parents' rights lawyer for a free consultation.

Cleveland, Ohio, Child Custody and Support Lawyer

Misconceptions regarding maternal and paternal rights are commonplace. Under Ohio law, if the parents of a child are unmarried, the mother of the child has full residential custody rights until otherwise ordered by the court. If you are seeking to establish paternity, whether you are the father or the mother of the child, it is best to do so as soon as possible. The earlier paternity is established, the earlier the father can begin developing a relationship with his child, and the sooner the mother will begin receiving child support.

After paternity has been established, even though your child may reside with his or her mother, Ohio law allows both of you to have equal say in your child’s upbringing.

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To arrange for a free consultation about your parental rights with attorney Michael Cretella — call our Medina, Ohio, law offices locally at 330.591.4963 or toll free at 866.679.6625 or contact our Medina, Ohio, family law and divorce lawyer online.

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