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Article: Fathers unaware of their real rights; LEGAL & FINANCE As Father's Day approaches, family lawyer Andrew Caldicott asks questions whether men are aware of their parental rights when it comes to divorce and children's law?(Business)
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- The Birmingham Post (England)
- Article date:
- June 13, 2008
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Byline: Andrew Caldicott
Even in this modern age, I am sure like me, you will often hear it said that "it is still a man's world". Certainly over the past few decades, there has been a wealth of legislation aimed at tackling sexual discrimination and balancing up the scales.
When it comes to parenting though, it is arguable that the law treats fathers very differently and for those of us who have practised children's law over many years, it is alarming just how many men are unaware of their rights or obligations in respect of their children.
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