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Jurisdiction of Courts in Parental Responsibility

Parental Responsibility in the Context of International Law Under EU law, parental responsibility includes all rights and duties relating to the person or the property of a child, granted by operation of law, by court decision, or by a legally binding agreement. This includes key aspects such as child custody and visitation rights. Jurisdiction and […]

PARENTAL ALIENATION – JUDGMENT OF THE EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS

Parental alienation is a growing issue affecting many families. This phenomenon consists of consciously or unconsciously influencing a child in such a way that he or she rejects the other parent, with the result that all ties between them are severed. Alienation is a process that leads to serious psychological and emotional consequences for both […]

Forgiveness in Divorce Proceedings

Undoubtedly, the divorce process is an exceptionally challenging time for spouses, filled with numerous experiences and negative emotions. From experience, we know that the decision to divorce is rarely made immediately. Before it happens, spouses often try to continue their relationship and rebuild their connection. Unfortunately, despite their efforts, this is not always possible. And […]

MODIFICATION OF DIVORCE DECREE REGARDING PARENTAL AUTHORITY – IS IT EVEN POSSIBLE?

Divorce is often a difficult and emotional experience, and its effects can impact many aspects of life, including parental authority. Sometimes, the post-divorce situation changes to the extent that it becomes necessary to modify earlier arrangements, including those concerning parental authority over a minor. Many of our clients wonder if such a change is even […]

Responsibilities of the Father Who Is Not Married to the Mother – Expenses Related to Pregnancy and Childbirth

Today’s article will focus on the responsibilities of a father who is not married to the mother regarding expenses related to pregnancy and childbirth. In Polish law, there are several provisions aimed at protecting the rights of the mother and supporting the family during pregnancy and childbirth. One significant aspect is outlined in Article 141 […]

Parental Agreement: Child’s best

In an era of increasing numbers of international marriages and, consequently, divorces, the question of how to best protect the interests of children is becoming more frequent. A parental agreement is a key element that allows parents to jointly determine the conditions of child care after divorce. Its main goal is to ensure the child’s […]

Matrimonial Property Division

Division of matrimonial property is a specific way of managing assets within a marriage. In Polish law, it represents one of the possible systems that couples can choose. It allows spouses to keep their finances separate, meaning each person manages what they have earned or owned before marriage independently. Basics of Property Division Division of […]