CHILD CUSTODY

Child custody and visitation are usually the most emotional parts of divorce, separation, and family law matters. Forming a part of getting a divorce, child custody and visitation are done specifically with your child(ren)’s best interests in mind. 

 If you’re looking for a child custody or support attorney near you, Matevosyan Law Group’s team of child custody lawyers is up to the task. We’re an empathetic family law firm in Riverside, committed to providing family-centered, supportive legal representation, expansive child custody, and visitation services that meet your unique needs.

 Over the years, we have advocated for families in Riverside County and surrounding counties, focusing on achieving fair and sustainable custody and visitation outcomes on contested and uncontested divorce cases. Our approach puts your child’s needs at the forefront – creating a haven for your child to grow and thrive.

 Helping Families Navigate the Child Custody Process

 At Matevosyan Law group, our child custody lawyers know that no two cases are identical. This is why we offer tailored services to help families navigate the child custody process. We provide;

 ● Personalized guidance and support: 

With your child custody lawyer, you get informed about everything you need to know about getting custody of your child and any other information you need to understand the entire process.

 ● Open communication: 

At Matevosyan Law Group, we take an open-door approach to ensure you are informed and updated in each step. We also encourage you to call your child support lawyer if you have any questions or inquiries about your case. 

 ● Client-centered advocacy: 

We maintain total dedication to ensuring a supportive and respectful process. The ultimate goal of prioritizing your child’s best interests is at the forefront of our services.

 Types of Child Custody

 Though we understand that the final judgment of child custody and visitation cases mainly relies on the court, California custody laws prioritize the child’s best interests and aim to support stable, nurturing environments.

 Here are the 4 types of child custody orders granted by courts in California;

 ● Physical custody: 

With physical custody, the court may award that time is shared 50/50 between the two parents. In certain instances where the parents live far from each other or circumstances prevent it from existing, this 50/50 arrangement may not function. 

 ● Legal custody:

The court grants legal custody to a parent and states that they have the right to make all critical, long-term decisions about their child’s upbringing. In most cases, parents retain joint legal custody and work together to make these decisions.

These custodies are further broken into;

 ● Sole physical custody

● Joint physical custody

● Sole legal custody

● Joint legal custody

 In California, the court considers the child’s wishes in child custody and visitation cases if they are 14 years old and above. Note that the court is not required to follow the child’s preference and will only consider their wishes if it is in their best interests. If your child has reached the 14 years of required age, the court considers;

 ● Your child’s choice

● Your child’s age

● Your child’s maturity

● Their individual relationship with each of the parents

 In light of these categories and sub-categories, it is essential for you to work with your child custody lawyer to understand the entirety of the options and to make a decision about which type of child custody works for you.

 Custody vs. Visitation 

Custody is the legal and physical rights of your child’s care. This includes where they live and who makes essential decisions about their life, such as their education, medical care, and general welfare. 

Visitation is granted to ensure that your child maintains a meaningful relationship with the parent who does not have primary physical custody. 

With visitation, you make schedules where the other parent visits and spends time with your children. This may range from regular weekly time to special arrangements for holidays or vacations. They may include supervised, unsupervised, and flexible visitation schedules, ensuring they align with your child’s best interests.

Matevosyan Law Group Representation for Child Custody and Visitation Issues

 Through the emotional and physically exerting child custody process, it is vital to ensure that you choose the right custody attorney for your child’s needs. Our team at Matevosyan Law Group is well-versed in handling child custody cases with a client-focused and empathetic approach.

 To us, creating a safe place for your child(ren) is as important to us as it is to you. Our child custody attorney advocates strongly for the best arrangement that supports your child’s well-being, according to your family’s stability. We leave no stone unturned while ensuring that only the best decisions are made for your children. 

 Protecting Your Child’s Best Interests

 In every child custody case in California, here are some factors considered to ensure your child’s best interests are met before a judgment is made.

 Your child’s health, safety, and welfare, the amount of contact your child has with both parents and nature, and any history of abuse by anyone in any of the parent’s household. This includes any child and spousal abuse, any other forms of domestic violence in the house, and any of the parent’s habitual or continual use of illegal substances, abuse of alcohol, or controlled substances. 

Other factors considered include the parent’s role in the child’s life, their ability to provide ongoing care, and their overall needs.

 Modification of Custody

 Custody modification is a legal process where the current child custody or visitation arrangement is adjusted to fit the evolving needs of a family better.

 There are reasons why parents may seek a modification of custody; these include; parent’s relocation, changes in the child’s needs, or a parent’s life circumstances.

 Matevosyan Law Group’s child custody lawyers also support our clients and families through child custody modification requests by helping you effectively present your case to the court.

 Contact Matevosyan Law Group Child Custody Attorneys Today

 Child custody is an emotional battle that often signifies the final conclusion of a divorce case. In all family law matters, knowing that you don’t have to handle it alone, especially when you need to go to court is important.

 Contact Matevosyan Law Group and discuss your custody and visitation needs with an experienced attorney. Your family law attorney will provide clear next steps and personalized advice for your unique family situation.

 

 

 

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