Legal custody can be negotiated between the parents and an agreement reached, but it is almost always best to have a custody attorney. Once there is an agreement, the custodian attorney does all the necessary paperwork to create legal custody of the child.
A custody attorney is very important if you are in conflict with your ex or have additional legal problems related to the divorce. The courts will not be very careful when assuming custody, so a custodial attorney will provide you with the legal knowledge and information necessary to make the right decisions and protect your interests.
Non-custodial parents are less likely to receive visitation from the child if they believe there are risks of joint custody or they conflict. If you are involved in a custody case, it is best to immediately hire a custodial attorney before filing any petition with the court. Courts always prefer joint custody with both parents, but if there is evidence that this type of custody will be a difficult task for the non-custodial parent, only one will be awarded.
There are many types of custody agreements and all of them are valid under US law. For more information on any of the topics in this article or to speak with a custodian attorney, please contact us using the form below: