How Is Child Custody Determined In California?

No aspect of divorce is easy, but determining child custody may be one of the most difficult. The Law Offices of Charles Rosenberg assertively defends your rights as a parent and advocates for maximum custody or visitation time.

Understanding The Child Custody Process

The court aims to determine what is in the best interest of your child. To do this, they evaluate a number of factors, including:

• The child’s wishes
• Mental and physical health
• Ability to provide a stable home that meets the child’s needs
• How a change in residence will impact the child’s well-being
• History of substance abuse or domestic abuse

After evaluating these factors, parents must submit a parenting plan to the courts for approval. The parenting plan details who has physical custody and who has legal custody, as well as who has joint or sole custody. The ultimate goal is to create a long-term parenting strategy that benefits your child and is workable for both parents.

Ongoing Support From A Child Custody Attorney

Attorney Rosenberg also assists families who require child custody modifications or enforcements after the original custody orders are finalized. Your family's circumstances may change after divorce, and the original arrangement may no longer work. Charles knows how to advocate your needs to pursue beneficial modifications.