FAMILY LAW

Child Custody & Visitation

Going through a time when you have to decide who your child lives with and how often you get to see them can be tough. It's all about figuring out the best plan for where your child lives (physical custody) and who gets to make big decisions for them (legal custody). Visitation is about making sure the parent who doesn't have the child living with them still gets to spend time together. Sometimes, parents can agree on these things by themselves, but other times, they need help from a judge. This is where the expertise of Gary De Pury Law Firm can be invaluable. With extensive experience in family law, we can guide you through the complexities of custody agreements and ensure that the best interests of your child are protected.

What a Lawyer Can Do for You

Facing child custody and visitation issues can be emotionally draining and legally complex. In such sensitive matters, having a seasoned lawyer in your corner can provide invaluable support and guidance.



Here's how we can help:

01

Serve as a Mediator

We can serve as a mediator to facilitate child-focused discussions and prevent conflict escalation.

02

Provide Guidance & Representation

We can offer guidance and manage the legal process, ensuring your case is properly presented in court.

03

Defend Your Rights and Interests

We will defend your rights, ensuring fair treatment throughout your custody and visitation case.

FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.

  • How do they decide who the child lives with?

    The most important thing is what's best for the child. The court looks at how old the child is, how healthy they are, how close they are to each parent, and if the parents can provide what the child needs. Sometimes, if the child is old enough, they can have a say too.

  • Can the plan for who the child lives with ever change?

    Yes, if something big changes and it would be better for the child, then the plan can change. Either parent can ask the court to look at the plan again. This could be because someone is moving, their work hours change, or if there are worries about the child's safety.

  • What are the different ways to share time with the child?

    There are lots of ways to share time. Sometimes, both parents get to make decisions and have the child live with them some of the time (joint custody). Other times, one parent might make the decisions or have the child most of the time (sole custody), but the other parent still gets to visit.