[b]Hurst, TX[/b] – Contentious child custody is a monster of a problem. But, according to the founder of the Nunneley Family Law firm, there are several ways that parents can minimize or lessen the impact of divorce on their children.

“At every step during your divorce, remind yourself that your children’s interests – not yours – are paramount, and act accordingly. Lavish them with love at each opportunity,” says renowned lawyer Barbara Nunneley. “Never disparage your former spouse in front of your children. Because children know they are ‘part mom’ and ‘part dad,’ the criticism can batter the child’s self-esteem.”

Nunneley reminds parents that children should be kept out of the middle of the battle between their parents. The family law attorney, who has been practicing for 38 years, advises divorced or divorcing parents to never use their children as messengers between each other.

Other things Nunneley suggests to parents:

• Hug their children often and reassure them that they are loved.
• Remind their children that the divorce is not their fault.
• Encourage visitations and parenting time for both parents.
• Resist the temptation to allow their children to become the caretakers or “adults” in the situation.
• Try not to uproot their children. Ensure stable residences and school lives, because these act as buffers from the trauma of divorce.

To discover more answers to questions about how to combat contentious custody issues, contact the Nunneley Family Law Center at NunneleyFamilyLaw.com.

Nunneley, who has been recognized multiple times as a “Super Lawyer” by both Texas Monthly and Thomson Reuters and as a “Top Attorney” by Fort Worth, Texas – The City’s Magazine, dedicates herself to helping parents protect their children.

[b]About Nunneley Family Law Firm[/b]

Nunneley Family Law has been helping families in the Fort Worth and Mid-Cities area resolve complicated family law issues for over 35 years. Their team of professionals provides the clarity and focus you need to break through the turmoil and reach equitable and fair closure.