Custody for Fathers: A Practical Guide Through the Combat Zone of a Brutal Custody Battle [Paperback]

Michael Brennan (Author), Carleen Brennan (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 300 pages
• Publisher: Brennan Publishing (January 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964415755
• ISBN-13: 978-0964415751
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #736,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #74 in Books > Law > Family & Health Law > Children

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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Book Yet, May 19, 2002

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This review is from: Custody for Fathers : A Practical Guide Through the Combat Zone of a Brutal Custody Battle (Paperback)

I've probably bought every book available on Amazon.Com regarding father's rights (or loack thereof), and this is definitely the best I have come across so far.

The information contained is general, but very practical and easy to understand. Unfortunately, there really aren't any books out there that focus squarely on the laws in specific states. From having dealt with my own attorney though, this book seems to come the closest to capturing the overall feel of how the legal system really works.

About my only "complaint" concerning the book is the fact that the title may mislead some fathers into believing that they have a significant chance of gaining primary custody of their own children. In actual practice, this will only happen if a.)The mother agrees to it; or b.)The mother is incarcerated, a drug addict (and you can prove it), a prostitute, has a vilolent criminal history, or a history of serious mental illness.

In my particular case, I am the father of a newborn. Even with the advice in this book (and several others), the best lawyer available, private investigators, help from family, a decent income to spend on legal and investigate fees, etc., I know that my chances of obtaining primary custody of my daughter are practically zilch. Sad, but true.

Still, the info in this book will help prepare me for court, so that I can at least win some sort of significant visitation. I feel confident that the info in this book will help me increase my chances of at least being able to spend time with my child, despite the best efforts of the mother. It's definitely worth the small investment of time and money to be able to spend time with your child. You will definitely get your money's worth with this book.

22 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for all men NOT just fathers, July 1, 2001

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This review is from: Custody for Fathers : A Practical Guide Through the Combat Zone of a Brutal Custody Battle (Paperback)

Am always on the lookout for great books for Fathers seeking help during or after divorce when the "system" often is sexist and so willing to rule in favor of the mother.

This is an excellent book that I would even recommend that those who do not have children read. Simply because I believe that friends need to be there for Dads, since Mothers seem to have plenty of pity party friends.

Having helped a number of male friends get their kids in the custody battle I also recommend to fathers that you check out Fathers Rights websites and look for a pro-father attorney in the yellow pages.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ESSENTIAL Reading For Fathers Who Are Fighting For Custody, January 11, 2004

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"julierose1669" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Custody for Fathers : A Practical Guide Through the Combat Zone of a Brutal Custody Battle (Paperback)

Finally, a book devoted to FATHERS fighting for custody of their children. A positive, supportive approach to give dads that extra confidence to do what's right. So detailed, it even advises you on correct body language in the courtroom, as well as the double-standard when it comes to how moms and dads are viewed in similar situations by judges. I'm a future stepmom, and reading this book has helped both me and my fiance' find the courage to keep his son safe, without sabotaging his mother in the process. PLEASE read this book.