Parental Alienation & Resist-and-Refuse Custody Attorney

Parental alienation and resist-and-refuse custody cases are among the most challenging and emotionally charged matters in family law. These cases often involve a breakdown in the parent-child relationship and require experienced legal strategy, careful documentation, and decisive court action.

At Stadler Law Group, attorney Christine Stadler, a trained parent coordinator, provides skilled representation for parents facing parental alienation or resist-and-refuse custody issues throughout Georgia. With more than 30 years of family law experience, we advocate for parents and children in complex custody disputes where intervention is critical.

What Is Parental Alienation?

Parental alienation occurs when one parent interferes with, undermines, or damages a child’s relationship with the other parent. This behavior can be intentional or unintentional but often results in a child rejecting or resisting contact with a parent without legitimate justification.

Common signs of parental alienation may include:

A child expressing unwarranted fear, anger, or hostility toward a parent
Repeated interference with parenting time
Negative or inappropriate communication about the other parent
Encouraging a child to reject contact or communication
Undermining a parent’s authority or role

Parental alienation cases require a strategic and child-focused legal approach to address harmful dynamics and protect the parent-child bond.

Understanding Resist-and-Refuse Custody Cases

Resist-and-refuse custody cases occur when a child refuses visitation or parenting time with a parent, often citing emotional or psychological reasons. These cases are complex and require careful legal handling to determine the underlying causes of refusal.

Resist-and-refuse cases may involve:

High-conflict divorce or custody disputes
Long-standing parental conflict
Allegations or beliefs that are not supported by evidence
Influence or pressure from the other parent

Georgia courts take these matters seriously and often require structured legal solutions to address refusal while protecting the child’s best interests.

How Georgia Courts Address Alienation and Resist-and-Refuse Issues

Georgia courts prioritize the best interests of the child when evaluating custody matters. In parental alienation and resist-and-refuse cases, courts may consider:

Patterns of interference or noncompliance
Communication between parents
The child’s emotional and psychological well-being
Compliance with existing custody orders

Legal remedies may include modifications to custody or parenting plans, enforcement actions, or court-ordered interventions designed to restore healthy parent-child relationships.

Our Approach to Parental Alienation & Resist-and-Refuse Cases

Stadler Law Group approaches these cases with experience, preparation, and precision. We work closely with clients to document patterns, present clear evidence, and pursue legal strategies that address the root causes of alienation or refusal.

Our representation may include:

Enforcement of existing custody orders
Custody and parenting plan modifications
Litigation in high-conflict custody cases
Strategic advocacy focused on long-term stability

Each case is handled with discretion and sensitivity, recognizing the emotional impact on both parents and children.

Protecting Children While Preserving Parental Relationships

Parental alienation and resist-and-refuse custody cases can have lasting effects on children. Our legal strategy is designed to support outcomes that protect a child’s emotional well-being while preserving meaningful relationships with both parents whenever possible.

Christine Stadler’s extensive experience in complex custody litigation allows her to advocate effectively for families facing these difficult circumstances.

Child-Centered Parenting Coordination Services

Christine Stadler’s training as a Parenting Coordinator allows her to offer families practical, child-centered guidance when traditional co-parenting methods are no longer effective. Parenting coordination is designed to help parents resolve ongoing disputes, clarify expectations under existing parenting plans, and reduce the need for repeated court involvement. With her legal experience and structured approach, Christine helps parents move forward in a way that supports stability, consistency, and the long-term well-being of their children.

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