Custody and Visitation − It's About the Children
One of the most difficult and emotional issues associated with divorce and family law involves child custody and visitation rights. It is important to base decisions about custody on a child's best interests. An experienced attorney can help parents preserve their rights and protect the best interests of their children.
Since establishing Trabolsi & Levy, our lawyers have worked with parents across Southern California to establish custody and create workable parenting plans. Our lawyers use their extensive experience to advocate for clients inside and outside of the courtroom.
Determining the Best Interests of the Child
Family court judges strive to determine the best interests of the child when making decisions about legal and physical custody and other issues that might affect the well-being of the child. The child's preference may also be considered, depending on the age and maturity of the child. Family courts evaluate a variety of factors to create orders for custody or partial custody, as well as to determine the rights of the non-custodial parent to visitation or parenting time.
We advise clients throughout the legal process, making sure that they understand their rights and their options in relation to child custody and visitation. We also assist clients when both parents agree on custody and visitation matters and help them develop child custody and visitation agreements through mediation, collaborative law processes or settlement negotiations. This non-contentious approach is often better for children, and our firm encourages clients to try it. When settlement is impossible, our lawyers are prepared to argue their position in court.
Relocation
As life changes occur, one parent may desire to relocate and move away from the area with a child. Relocating to another state can affect the custody and visitation rights of both parents and typically requires a modification of the original court order. Our firm represents parents who wish to petition for relocation or those that object to a proposed relocation. We help clients understand their rights in these matters and ensure that the interests of the children come first.
Contact a lawyer at Trabolsi & Levy for information about custody, visitation and relocation. Call our Los Angeles area law firm at 310-584-7714 or toll free at 888-871-6245.
