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Rialto Child Custody Lawyer
Nothing is more precious than the time you spend with your kids. Make certain you get the best possible custody arrangement by working with a Rialto child custody lawyer.
When getting a divorce or separating, the most important thing being decided will be time spent with your children. The custody arrangement will directly impact both of your lives—and your finances. Even if you were never married, a child custody battle can still take place at some point and put your relationship with your kids at risk.
To ensure that your interests are protected throughout the process, hire a Rialto child custody lawyer from the Law Office of Laurence J. Brock to represent you.
Why You Need a Custody Lawyer
As a parent, you have legal rights but so does your ex. It’s a mistake to assume that you will be awarded custody or that a judge will rule for residential time to be split evenly. It is likely that your ex will also have a good attorney to argue for why he or she should have more time with the children. Without your own Rialto child custody lawyer, you are at a distinct disadvantage.
Additionally, a custody lawyer will represent you in matters of child support, something that will impact your financial future for years to come.
Best Interests of the Child: What You Need to Know
A case must be made for why spending as much time with you as possible is within the best interests of the children. This is what the court evaluates when making custody decisions. Several factors go into determining what these interests actually are:
- Stability and keeping things as consistent as possible for the children
- Family relationships and the ability to see both parents and siblings
- Child’s access to education and other opportunities
- Health and safety
Each case is unique, so the best way to find out if your request appears to be within the best interests of the child is to speak with a Rialto child custody lawyer.
Changing Your Custody Order
It is possible to change a custody order after it has been finalized when there is a compelling reason to do so. This is done by requesting an official modification due to a change in circumstances. This could be for one of the following reasons:
- Different job circumstances
- A child’s needs changing due to age, educational needs, health, or something similar
The court acknowledges a parent’s right to request a change in custody. However, it is up to you to prove that doing so is in the best interests of your child. Otherwise, it will not be approved.
Enforcing Custody Orders
If your ex is refusing to let you see the children on your scheduled days or is infringing on your parental rights, a family law attorney can help. While the police may provide assistance, they are busy with a variety of cases, and custody enforcement is often not a high priority for them.
An attorney can help with enforcement by filing for an order of contempt of court. A judge will hear the request, and if your ex is violating certain aspects of the custody order, he or she could be held in contempt, forced to abide by the initial order, and penalized.
This may also be a good time to request a change to the custody arrangement, whether due to instability or unwillingness to comply with the law not being good for the children.
Speak with a Rialto Child Custody Arrangement Lawyer
When it comes to the future of your children, don’t take anything for granted. Instead, hire an attorney to represent your best interests. Complete the form on this page or call 909-466-7661 to schedule a free consultation with a Rialto child custody lawyer from the Law Office of Laurence J. Brock.
