Let Us Help You Find the Right Solution
Unfortunately, child custody disputes are often about unresolved issues between divorcing or separating parents. It seems that every transgression during a relationship can be used as an excuse to hurt the other parent by denying visitation rights or fighting for full custody. Parents learn, however, that Southern California family law courts simply won't allow the parents' egos to rule the final settlement. A full custody evaluation will be ordered and attorneys for both parties are instructed to find a fair resolution that will avoid an emotional and costly court battle.
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At Fernandez & Lauby LLP, our team includes mediation and negotiation professionals that have handled thousands of cases by finding unique and creative answers through alternative dispute resolution. In the unusual circumstances when a custody trial becomes unavoidable, our clients have the confidence of knowing they have a team of experienced, skilled and successful trial lawyers fighting for their child's best interests.
Some Typical Issues
Every child custody dispute is different because every family is unique. Complex issues that we have experience resolving include:
- Full physical and legal custody and partial custody: The courts want both parents to be involved in parenting, and this often means finding solutions that give both parents a right to make decisions.
- Move away and relocation disputes: Even when one parent has full legal and physical custody, it does not mean that parent cannot move out of the region or state. Both parents must approve of the relocation and the courts must be convinced that the child will benefit from the move away from the noncustodial parent.
- Parenting time: Often, the original visitation schedule seems fair enough, but things change over time. A job change, a new relationship, or the child's own needs can make an original parenting schedule lopsided and unrealistic. We can help you find a solution that works with your changing circumstances.
- Grandparents' rights: Grandparents often play a major role in a child's life. If your adult child's divorce had cut you off from your grandparent, we can help you fight for your visitation rights.
From our three convenient offices in Riverside, Palm Desert and Irvine, we help clients throughout Southern California find creative, unique solutions to their toughest child custody disputes. Call us toll free at 866-776-3983 or contact us by email to arrange a free consultation with a family law attorney today.
