Child custody cases in California are decided based on the best interests of the child standard. Whenever possible, parents are encouraged to create a co-parenting plan without the court weighing in. When parents can’t agree, however, the court considers many factors set forth in California Code Section 3011 to determine what is in a child’s best interest.Â
When you are involved in a custody dispute, you want to make sure you understand the law and that you have a dedicated legal advocate who will help ensure it is applied in your favor. Contreras Law Firm can provide the representation you need as you navigate the legal system to create a custody agreement that works for you.
To find out how a San Marcos child custody attorney at our San Marcos family law firm can represent you, give us a call at (619) 238-0616. Your consultation is free and you can learn more about the services our legal team offers to help protect your relationship with your kids.Â
How to Choose a San Marcos Child Custody Attorney
When you hire a San Marcos child custody lawyer to help you through your case, you need an experienced legal professional who will treat you with the compassion you deserve as your child’s future is determined. Contreras Law Firm will offer you the advocacy you need. Here are some of the key features that our firm offers that make us the right fit:
- Our long history with child custody cases: We’ve been representing clients in custody cases for many years and have had many successes in helping create successful parenting plans.
- Our understanding of the best interests of the child standard: California law decides custody cases based on what’s best for your children. We will explain the factors used to determine what’s best, including each parent’s past relationship with the children.
- Our comfort with all methods used to resolve custody cases: Custody cases could be resolved in court, through mediation, or by negotiation among the parents. We have helped clients succeed in all of these different situations.
- Our creative, caring solutions that make dividing custody easier: Our firm understands all of the different options for sharing custody and we can help you find a solution that all parties agree to and that works for your needs.
How Can a San Marcos Child Custody Attorney Help You?
You do not have to navigate custody issues alone, and you shouldn’t. At Contreras Law Firm, we make it a point to be there every step of the way as our clients go through the process of creating a parenting plan that works for their families.
Here are some of the many legal services that we offer during your custody case:
- Filing court paperwork: We can petition the court to help you put a custody agreement in place, modify or enforce custody, or resolve other custody issues that arise.
- Helping you identify your goals for physical and legal custody: Physical custody determines who cares for children while legal custody determines what decisions are made for them. We’ll work with you to decide on your preferred arrangements for both.
- Explaining options for custody arrangements: Parents can split custody in different ways, including shared or joint custody, primary custody, and sole custody. We’ll explain your options.
- Negotiating or participating in mediation: The court may require you to participate in mediation before litigation. We can help you through this process.
- Litigating your custody case: When you’re unable to reach a compromise, you may need to ask the court to make a determination on your case. We’ll make persuasive arguments on your behalf during litigation to maximize the chances the court finds your preferred arrangement is in your child’s best interests.
Let Contreras Law Firm help you protect your relationship with your kids when you become involved in a custody dispute. Contact us online or give us a call today at (619) 238-0616 to see how a skilled San Marcos child custody attorney at our firm can help you.