Family law attorney Jonathan Chance at JC Law Offices knows how important divorce, child custody, domestic violence and other family law issues can be. Attorney Chance has represented clients from all over the bay area.

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Lori Clark Viviano handles all matters related to divorce and family law, from child custody and visitation tomati child support and alimony. We work with clients in all stages of a marital breakup, from the initial filing of a divorce to enforcement and modification of orders governing custody, support, visitation and the division of marital assets. … Lori Viviano; CFLS; Lori’s Law; Child Custody; Support; Visitation Rights; Brad Pitt; Jennifer Aniston; J-Lo; Mariah Carey; Asset Division …

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Tip 1

One of the most crucial decisions you will make is your choice of lawyer.

You’ll be working incredibly close with this person on a case that is very important and very delicate, so be as picky and as choosy as you like. Don’t just settle for the first one you visit; look around for the one that will best suit your case.

Tip 2

Becoming familiar with the custody laws is a useful measure. It lets you know where you stand and what you have to overcome. Don’t be afraid to ask questions; it is imperative that you understand everything that is going on concerning your case.

Your lawyer is the best provider for this. If you have not hired a lawyer, there are many other ways you can study up on the legalities of your case: the internet, the courts, your public library. It’s all about what you know.

Tip 3

You will find custody papers at the courthouse at which you file for custody. When filling out your forms then, you should take care to fill them out neatly and as thoroughly as possible. Keep them organised!

Usually, the people at the courthouse can answer any questions you have, giving you a total understanding of what you’re signing. Keep all documents pertaining to the case in a folder, as you wouldn’t want to show up to court missing an important document.

Tip 4

From a personal side of the case, avoid badmouthing your former spouse in front of the kids, or leaving with the kids for a long period of time without telling your ex.

You don’t want to give the other side anything to pick up on, that could make you look unreliable or negative.

Obey all the custody laws that you become familiar with from your research and advise from your lawyer.

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Child custody attorneys are widely available in every state and jurisdiction. But your choice of attorney when filing for child custody will be vital to give yourself the best chances of success. In this article I look at what you must check out before engaging the services of child custody attorney.

The first critical point is that your attorney must be familiar with the child custody laws in the state or jurisdiction that your legal battle will be fought in. The laws on the statute books do vary from state to state and it is obviously key that your attorney is fully up to speed in the laws of that jurisdiction.

The second vital component in your choice of attorney when filing for child custody is that your attorney practices law in this area. There are huge differences between the different areas of law like criminal, marital, business, litigation and so forth.

The approach to be adopted by your attorney on the breakdown of a relationship is widely different than that to be adopted when involved in  a criminal trial or corporate takeover battle. You will need to ensure therefore that your lawyer is a) familiar with the laws of the state that has jurisdiction in the matter and b) that your attorney is familiar with the nuances and practices needed in child custody cases.

The best approach to take is by obtaining references from people who have been through the process before. Now is not the time to pick up the phone book and thumb through it. You will need to do some research beforehand to ensure that your attorney is going to be an asset in your corner..and not a liability when the heat is on.

In conclusion your choice of attorney is critical..that is why you need to assess the available child custody attorneys very closely.

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Child custody cases are always nerve racking because there is so much at stake for you and your child. If you’re new to filings and hearings though it can be put you even more on edge. This is a new world that you have no experience in so how will you know if you are making the right decisions?

The first thing you want to do is understand that the family court child custody system is a civil court not a criminal court. You will want to educate yourself about your local jurisdictions procedures, protocols and rules. You will want to pay close attention to the steps involved in the custody process. Know what each step is for and how it fits in the big picture.

Of course you are asking “why do I want to know the whole process for my first meeting?”. You want to know as much as you can because you want to be successful at your first hearing and set yourself up for success for the rest of the child custody process. The more successful you are early on, the more likely you will get the results you want and end your case early in the process.

The first hearing is where you are going to lay out your child custody case including exactly why you want to make the changes you want and why they are in the “best interests of the child”. You do not want to include any drama about the other parent as the drama between the parents is no relevant to the case unless it directly affects the child. If you make that claim and then are later proved wrong, you will suffer the consequences for the life of the process. That process could last for many years if you are involved in a high conflict child custody battle.

Once you list the items that you are asking for and why they are in the best interest of the child in your filing, you will want to make a sheet for yourself that has bullet points of every issue documented in your filing. While the filing is complete and you will want your copy in court, it will not have the bullet points of each item. Judges frequently lose track of what has been covered. It is your job in court to make sure that each item you filed about was covered in the hearing. If not, you will not get a ruling and will need to file an additional motion to cover the missed points.

Be certain that your filing is clear about each item and does not ramble. The reason is that judges will read your filing before the hearing and be familiar with it. You will get about 15 minutes with the judge for both sides to present their case and for the judge to ask questions and rule. You may likely leave with at temporary order. That order may become the basis for your final child custody order.

To summarize, you need to lay out your filing clearly because it may be the basis for a permanent order, make bullet points to yourself and be prepared to do the whole thing in your 5 minutes in court.

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Filing for custody of a child is a very serious and very emotional issue. Parents or any other potential guardians going through this process want to make certain that they fill out the child custody forms accurately and appropriately to the individual state they reside in. These documents vary depending on which state you file in, but there is information that is universal across all states. Parents should have a good understanding of this information before initiating the custody process to insure that every thing goes smoothly. Here are some of the basics.

If one parent has a child custody dispute, that person would complete a summons and petition for custody. Again, the exact documents needed will differ depending on the state you live in. After these initial papers are filed with the county court, the second parent will then be served with papers. A restraining order for both parents is included, stating that neither parent can leave the state with the child or children without written consent by the court and the other parent until resolution of the custody proceedings. A response to this petition is required by the person being served if they want to dispute it.

There are fees involved with filing the child custody forms. If the parents have money woes and can’t afford the fees and court costs, they are able to complete additional forms requesting the fee be waived. Information on these documents can be provided by the court.

In addition to the forms described above, other various documents will need to be filed with the court as well. Papers concerning parents income and expenses will need to be submitted to the court so that child support issues can be resolved. Those having custody issues should have financial statements prepared to accompany these forms.

Other child custody forms that might be needed are ones detailing which type of custody the parents are filing for or that have been agreed upon. Also documents describing the calendar, visitation schedule, and where the children will spend the holidays are needed for the court to close the proceedings.

These are the primary forms that can be found in most states across the U.S. If you are filing for child custody, you should do further research on what other documents your state courts might require. To find this information I suggest looking online, consulting an attorney, or paying a visit to your courthouse.

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Filing for child custody will vary from state to state, but most states allow individuals to represent themselves in filing motions for child custody. Gain custody of children in a divorce withadvice from a certified family mediator in this free video on family law. Expert: Robert Todd Bio: Robert Todd is the managing partner and president of Robert M. Todd, PA and Family Law Solutions. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

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