Practicing in family law and child custody, the law firm of Garber & Garber, A.P.L.C. serves clients throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, L.A. County, Van Nuys, Long Beach, Pasadena, South Bay, Torrance, Norwalk, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Malibu.
Our firm represents clients in all matters of their divorce, including issues related to community property division and spousal support. To learn more about our family law services, please contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
Child Custody and Visitation Rights
Child custody can be one of the most heated aspects of divorce, with both parents frequently contesting who is in the better position to have primary physical custody of a child. California law distinguishes between different forms of child custody:
- Legal custody may be awarded to one or both parents and is the authority to make decisions regarding the child’s education, religious upbringing, after-school programming and other upbringing decisions.
- Primary physical custody is the day-to-day living arrangements for the child, with numerous possibilities of how that physical custody is shared.
The child’s best interests will generally determine the custody arrangement. Numerous factors bear on a child’s best interests, including the closeness of the parental relationship and who will provide the best environment to nurture the child. If a parent has an alcohol or drug problem or otherwise has a history of abuse, this will also figure into the child custody award. In such a case, the abusing parent may be granted monitored visitation and be subject to ongoing evaluations to determine his or her fitness to care for the child.
Our Los Angeles primary physical custody lawyers also represent clients seeking modifications of child custody and visitation orders, and parents who wish to take out-of-state trips with their children or move with them to another jurisdiction.
While most issues of child support and child custody are settled in conciliation prior to a court proceeding, the ongoing best interests of your family largely depend on how you present your case in conciliation before a counselor or in court litigation. We are experienced and understanding child custody attorneys who can advocate for your rights and the ongoing unity of your family.
Malibu, California, Child Visitation Rights Attorney
Contact us now to arrange for a free initial consultation to determine your next step.
Our family law, child custody and support practice is extensive and serves all of Southern California, including Los Angeles, L.A. County, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and other communities.
Garber & Garber, A.P.L.C.
3550 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1122
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Phone: (213) 480-0817
Fax: (213) 480-0677
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