{"id":4959,"date":"2024-04-04T12:54:01","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T10:54:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/avocat-lbv.com\/?p=4959"},"modified":"2025-04-22T11:19:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T09:19:40","slug":"separation-of-parents-the-childs-place","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/avocat-lbv.com\/en\/separation-of-parents-the-childs-place\/","title":{"rendered":"Separation of Parents: The Child&#8217;s Place"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In 2020, 4 million children had separated parents. Approximately 380,000 children are affected each year by their parents&#8217; separation, with 60% being born out of wedlock. Hence, the issue of parental separation affects a large number of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The place of the child in the event of parental separation is a complex and sensitive subject, dependent on numerous factors such as the child&#8217;s age, their relationship with each parent, the circumstances of the separation, and the decisions made by the parents or, in the absence of agreement, by the competent authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I- The Child&#8217;s Place in Choosing Their Place of Residence and Each Parent&#8217;s Visitation Time<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A- If Parents Agree<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon separation, parents must agree on determining the organization of the child&#8217;s life. More specifically, they must agree on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The place of residence, meaning where the child will usually live. Residence can be alternated between the parents&#8217; homes, often on a weekly basis, or primarily with one parent while the other has visitation rights, usually every other weekend and half of the school holidays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each parent&#8217;s visitation time. This depends on the availability of each parent and practical constraints such as distance and work schedules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The financial contribution to the child&#8217;s upkeep and education, aiming to maintain a relatively equivalent standard of living in both households.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, in reaching an amicable solution, parents consider the child&#8217;s opinion and best interests. To formalize the agreement and ensure its enforceability, it can be documented in a parental agreement, overseen by each parent&#8217;s lawyer and approved by a judge without a formal hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If one parent wishes to modify the arrangement and the other disagrees, the matter can be brought before a family court judge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B- If Parents Cannot Agree After Separation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If parents cannot agree, involving a family court judge becomes necessary. The wait time for a court hearing, sometimes several months, can be challenging, especially when there are disagreements about significant aspects of the child&#8217;s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By default, parents jointly exercise parental authority, meaning they must make decisions together regarding the child&#8217;s schooling, residence, visitation rights, and financial support. If there&#8217;s a clear disagreement (e.g., regarding residence or schooling) and waiting for a court hearing is not feasible, one parent can request an expedited hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before the family court judge, the child may request to be heard if they are considered capable of discernment, typically from the age of 10. The judge considers the child&#8217;s testimony along with other evidence before making a decision, always prioritizing the child&#8217;s best interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>II- The Child&#8217;s Place in Cases of &#8220;Danger&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are concerns about the child&#8217;s safety or well-being, whether physical, psychological, or due to educational neglect, another judge, the juvenile court judge, may intervene. In such cases, the child plays a more active role, being able to report incidents to various authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The juvenile court judge aims to protect the child, potentially ordering interventions by social workers and, if necessary, placing the child in alternative care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In court hearings, the child is typically heard from the age of 7 (although this can vary by jurisdiction). Overall, in legal proceedings, the child&#8217;s role tends to be more passive to protect them from potential pressures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In all proceedings, the child&#8217;s well-being and needs should be paramount, emphasizing communication, parental cooperation, and solutions that promote the child&#8217;s healthy development. Family court judges ensure that decisions are made in the child&#8217;s best interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helpful links :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strategie.gouv.fr\/sites\/strategie.gouv.fr\/files\/atoms\/files\/fs-2024-na_132-separation_des_parents-janvier.pdf\">https:\/\/www.strategie.gouv.fr\/sites\/strategie.gouv.fr\/files\/atoms\/files\/fs-2024-na_132-separation_des_parents-janvier.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.fr\/themes\/convention-parentale\">https:\/\/www.justice.fr\/themes\/convention-parentale<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legifrance.gouv.fr\/codes\/article_lc\/LEGIARTI000045136798\">https:\/\/www.legifrance.gouv.fr\/codes\/article_lc\/LEGIARTI000045136798<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2020, 4 million children had separated parents. Approximately 380,000 children are affected each year by their parents&#8217; separation, with 60% being born out of wedlock. 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