Child Custody and Visitation
Child custody matters are often some of the most difficult issues parents deal with, whether as part of a divorce or otherwise. Child custody refers to the legal rights and obligations to care for and control a child. Custody usually has two elements - physical custody (with which parent the child resides) and legal custody (the right to make decisions about the child's health, education, welfare, religion, etc.). Often, custody and visitation arrangements need to be modified over time to reflect changes in the child's needs, or changes in the parents' circumstances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can Grandparents Have Visitation With Their Grandchildren If Their Son Or Daughter Is Divorced From The Other Parent?
If a custodial parent does not allow grandparents visitation with their grandchildren the grandparents will need a court order. Before allowing a non-parental visitation order the … more -
How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical custody. Usually, both parents are … more -
What Happens To Custody When One Parent Needs To Relocate?
Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go. There are federal laws that prohibit a … more
Legal Articles
- Custody Evaluations
It is not uncommon for divorced or separated parents to disagree over which parent should have custody of their children. When parents are fighting over custody of their children, one parent or the other may ask the judge to order a custody evaluation. The results of a custody evaluation can give the judge important information about the parents and the children, and also can make a … more - Do I Have to Pay Child Support if I Don't Get to See My Children?
It hardly seems fair to pay your child support on time, week after week, month after month, only to have your ex-husband or ex-wife prevent you from seeing your children. In fact, problems with visitation are one of the most common reasons given by parents for not paying their child support. However, child support and visitation are two totally separate issues, and you cannot stop … more
Free Legal Forms
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Petition for Custody and Support of Minor Children
Use this form to petition the court for custody and support of minor children. (FL-260) -
Child Custody Information Sheet
This information sheet provides general information about child custody and visitation matters, how to get help resolving a custody dispute or … more -
Child Custody and Visitation Application Attachment
Use this form as an attachment to the petition, response or application for an order regarding child custody, support or visitation. (FL-311) -
Response to Petition for Custody and Support of Minor Children
Use this form to answer a petition for custody and support of minor children that has been filed against you. (FL-270)
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