Northern Arizona Child Custody and Parenting Time Attorney
Although it's possible for both parents to have equal or nearly equal time with their children, the possible combinations for a parenting time plan are limited only by the parents' imagination and their willingness to reach an agreement. Keep in mind, however, that what worked for your friends and relatives might fall short of your own child's best interests. Custody and parenting time arrangements can also be complicated by domestic violence, substance abuse, of other negative factors. At the Law Offices of Scott David Stewart, we understand the complexities and implications of child custody and can successfully handle your case.
Call 928-252-3996 to schedule an appointment with an experienced family law attorney or contact us by e-mail. We are committed to protecting your rights and your family.
Experienced Advocacy Focused on Your Rights and Your Interests
Difficult legal and practical issues can come up whenever children are caught in a divorce, or when unmarried parents can't agree about what's best for their children. Our attorneys are experienced with the resolution of parental disputes involving child custody arrangements arising out of paternity disputes or divorce cases.
It is important to recognize that a parent's interests are secondary to those of a child in the eyes of Arizona law. Any dispute that winds up in court will be resolved according to the judge's idea of the best interests of the child. One of our most important roles as family law attorneys is to help parents reconcile their own interests and objectives with those of their children.
Child Custody Determinations After Divorce
In the typical divorce, parents share joint legal custody, which means that both parents will have a voice in such basic decisions as a child's education, religion, social activities and recreation. Physical custody is often assigned primarily to one parent, with the other one given parenting time rights, which many people still call visitation.
Our attorneys understand the emotional challenges that come with the territory in divorce. We therefore focus on helping you get the right result for your situation. We provide flexible representation that adapts legal strategies to the specific demands of your case. Whether negotiation, mediation or a hearing in court will give you the best chance of success, our attorneys can help. We are experienced in custody cases involving:
- Divorce
- Unmarried parents and paternity disputes
- Parenting time and custody schedules
- Legal custody or physical custody
- Education, religion, health care decisions
Modifications, Enforcement, and Removal
Even after a final order is made in your custody case, you may need additional legal support to protect your interests. Later plans to move to another Arizona city or out of state can also complicate child custody issues. If you anticipate that you or your spouse might move away any time soon, we can advise you about the legal implications of the proposal. We are also experienced in helping our clients seek a modification to a custody agreement or pursue the enforcement of a parenting time schedule.
We Adapt Our Advice to the Realities and Demands of Your Situation
For more information please call 928-252-3996 or contact us by e-mail to arrange an initial consultation or case evaluation. Our lawyers are dedicated to providing experienced comprehensive legal service to clients in Flagstaff and throughout Northern Arizona.