Divorce for Dads: Custody, Child Support & Parenting Rights with Attorney Bill Farias

If you're a dad navigating divorce, you know the challenges are different than what most people talk about. How do you advocate for equal parenting time when the system feels stacked against fathers? What happens to your finances when you're the breadwinner? How do you create a parenting plan that works with demanding work obligations?

In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Bill Farias, a family law attorney, for an honest conversation about the real hurdles fathers face during divorce—and we didn't hold back.

Bill breaks down what dads actually need to know to protect their relationships with their children and their financial futures. We dive deep into the misconceptions that hurt fathers in divorce proceedings and the strategic moves that help level the playing field.

What we cover:

• The biggest misconceptions about fathers going through divorce and how they hurt your case
• How to advocate for equal parenting time when you're fighting outdated assumptions
• What breadwinning dads need to know about child support and alimony calculations
• Creating a parenting plan that works with demanding work obligations
• Financial strategies to protect yourself while supporting your children
• Legal realities vs. what fathers assume about their rights
• The one piece of advice Bill wishes every dad could hear before starting the divorce process
• Common mistakes fathers make that cost them time with their kids

If you're a dad going through this—or you know someone who is—this episode will help you understand your rights and advocate effectively for yourself and your kids.

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The Divorce Planner podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult qualified professionals about your situation.

Podcast Original Music, Editing, and Mixing by: Benjamin Robinson