Due to the emotions involved and the desire of parents to do what is best for their children and remain involved in their lives, child custody cases can be some of the most contentious cases in any courtroom. It is also a trigger point for high conflict between unmarried parents.
At Barberi Law, we can help you resolve your child custody matters, including those involving parenting time and visitation, parental relocation and custody modification.
Our family law team of seven (7) individuals understands how difficult family law cases can be and how important they are to mothers and fathers concerned about the welfare of their children. We strive to address and resolve custody issues as efficiently and effectively as possible. Wherever possible, we seek negotiated outcomes that minimize the stress placed on parents and children, leaving them with an amicable relationship as they move forward.
Joint Legal Custody
In the majority of child custody cases, the court is likely to award legal custody to both parents, leaving them to share responsibilities for major decisions about the child’s upbringing, including his or her education, health care and religion.
Determining Physical Custody
While the awarding of joint legal custody is often straightforward and predictable, determining who, if anyone, will have primary physical custody can be rife with conflict. The court’s decision on this question will be determined according to the Michigan Child Custody Act, which lays out 12 best interest factors for determining child custody cases.
Personal Service for Your Custody Matters
Seeking a child custody lawyer in Central or Northern Michigan? Contact us today to set up a consultation with a family law attorney from our firm. Our legal team will look carefully at your case, examining the unique facts of your situation and then apply Michigan’s statutory best interest factors to assess your custody case. Examining your unique facts will allow us to predict the best possible outcome for your case and what is best for your children.
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