Child custody/ visitation- coparent is refusing to let our daughter attend an important family function. What can I do?

Q: I would like to take our daughter to my family’s baby shower but the baby shower happens to be on his scheduled visitation day. I asked if we can switch visitation days but coparent is refusing and says no. I would like our daughter to attend this family event. What can I do?

A: Unfortunately if he’s refusing to give up his day, then the only thing you can do is petition the court. But also make it clear to him that the shoe may be on his foot in the future – and then he won’t like it when he can’t take your daughter to a special event either. Schedule a consult with a Bronx Family Law attorney for a full assessment.