Child Custody and Visitation Rights

Child Custody & Visitation Rights

Under the current laws dealing with child custody and visitation when parties cannot reach an agreement about the custody or visitation of their children then the Court must send the parties to mediation through Family Court Services. We can assist you in preparing for mediation. Family Court Services is a branch of the Fresno County Superior Court and Fresno County is a “recommending county” which means that the mediator makes a recommendation to the Court in regards to a child custody and visitation schedule. It is ultimately the Court that makes the child custody and visitation orders however the recommendation could in fact impact the Court’s decisions. Know your legal rights and what you can do to assist your child(ren) in regards to a Court ordered custody visitation schedule.

Physical and legal custody have a significant legal meaning and a significant impact on how you are involved in your child(ren)’s daily life. Know what this means to you and how it impacts your rights as a parent.

We will help you understand what joint legal and joint physical custody means and we will help you obtain a child custody order and visitation plan that is right for you and your child(ren). We can also assist you in move away cases. Please call us to discuss your case in detail.