Child Custody Issues are Always the Most Important
If you are involved in family law issues involving child custody, you should be aware of the way California family courts interpret your children's needs. California judges urge parents to participate in what is referred to as an “equal share” plan for parenting time. In most cases, joint custody is in the best interest of the child. In some cases, it is not.
It's your child's welfare at stake. You must stay involved in the process.
I am attorney Lenita Skoretz. At my Redlands, California, law firm, I will guide you through the proper steps to find the right resolution to your child custody and co-parenting legal matters.
Contact me to schedule a consultation. We will discuss the specifics of your child custody case and how to proceed building an agreement and establishing a good working relationship with your ex-spouse.
I am a lawyer who truly cares about keeping you involved
I offer experienced representation in all family law matters relating to:
- Child custody and child support
- Visitation
- Move aways and parental relocation
- Paternity issues, visitation rights involving non-married parents
- Modifications to original child custody orders
- Adoption
- Guardianship and conservatorship law
How the child custody process works in divorce cases
In divorce cases involving children, the court will require you and your ex-spouse to attend one mediation session aimed at reaching a parenting time agreement. By working with a professional counselor during mediation, divorcing parents are often able to reach mutually agreeable resolutions that are acceptable to the courts.
When Agreement Cannot Be Reached
If you are unable to reach a co-parenting plan that is acceptable to both parties, the family court judge will have to make the child placement decision. It is important for parents to recognize that a child custody fight is very difficult for children. It should be avoided if at all possible. If custody litigation becomes necessary, the court will carefully review any charges of domestic violence or child abuse. Your entire family history will be open to investigation. A professional evaluator will gather a family history, children and parents will be required to attend counseling, and a forensic psychologist's report will be prepared for the court.
Learn more at these practice information pages:
- Child custody and visitation practice page
- Family law practice page
- Collaborative law practice page
- Child support practice page
Contact me to schedule a consultation about your specific child custody matters.
