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Timestamp: 2019-04-22 20:37:34+00:00

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If you are having child custody or visitation issues, call Berenji & Associates today to discuss your best legal strategy. We have over 20 years experience dealing with family law matters throughout Los Angeles. We understand how emotionally difficult it can be fighting for your children, and we will give your case the attention it deserves. Call Los Angeles child custody attorney Hossein Berenji today for a free consultation.
In a child custody battle, it’s important that we present you to the court in the best possible light. We want the court to see that you are a caring, dedicated parent that puts your child’s best interest above all else. We are also prepared to aggressively investigate any allegations against your ex-spouse which cast doubt on their ability to parent your children. Like you, the court only cares about the safety and well-being of your children. Our child custody attorneys have over 25 years helping families achieve the best possible outcome when fighting for custody of their kids.
Child custody refers to the care, control, and financial support of a minor child. Under California Family Code § 3020, the court is primarily concerned with ensuring the child’s safety, welfare, and health when making a determination.
This section of the family code further states that it is public policy that children have “frequent and continuing contact with both parents” after the parents separate unless it would not be in the child’s best interest. The factors the court considers when applying the best interest of the child standard, discussed in more depth below, can be found in Family Code § 3011.
There are two types of child custody: legal and physical.
Any other factors the court deems relevant to the determination.
Joint: In this arrangement, the child will live with each parent. The court will use the criteria set forth above when determining the timeshare.
Sole: In some instances, the court may decide to award sole physical custody to one parent (See California Family Code § 3007). This may happen for many reasons. For example, it may simply make more sense for the child to live exclusively with one parent of the other parent travels a lot or lives far away. Alternatively, the court may choose this option if there is evidence of abuse or drug use. The parent with physical custody is known as the “custodial” parent, whereas the other is the “non-custodial” parent.
Note that the noncustodial parent cannot be denied access to records and information regarding the child, including medical, dental, and school records. (See California Family Code § 3025). In other words, the non-custodial parent can call the child’s school and/or doctor to get attendance or medical records, for example.
If the other parent is making allegations against you, or you are concerned with your child’s welfare, speak to Los Angeles divorce lawyer Hossein Berenji today.
Joint: This arrangement allows for both parents to make decisions regarding the child’s life. A parent’s physical location is less relevant when determining legal custody, as decisions regarding a child’s welfare and education can be made from afar.
Sole Legal: According to California Family Code § 3006, sole legal custody means that “one parent shall have the right and the responsibility to make the decisions relating to the health, education, and welfare of a child.” In situations where one parent alleges abuse or drug use, the court may award sole legal custody to one parent. Additionally, the court may also choose this path if it believes that the parents cannot mutually make decisions regarding the child’s best interests.
Under California Family Code § 3080, there is a presumption that joint custody (physical and legal – California Family Code § 3002) is in the best interest of the child.
As a California Court of Appeal stated, the standard is “an elusive guideline that belies rigid definition.” Its purpose is to maximize a child’s opportunity to develop into a stable, well- adjusted adult. (Adoption of Matthew B. (1991) 232 CA3d 1239, 1263, 284 CR 18.). How your case is presented and how the court perceives you is critical. Therefore, it is wise to make sure you have a skilled attorney with a proven track record fighting for you.
If you decide to settle your child custody matter, make sure you are comfortable with the arrangement. The court will give the existing order a substantial amount of deference should you ever want to modify it at a later time. For that reason, speaking with our child custody lawyers should be a top priority.
Unfortunately, these disputes can get complicated and expensive. Additionally, they often involve third-party experts (known as “730 evaluators”) who give independent feedback to the court. Please make sure you have an attorney representing your interests.
Children rarely benefit from a protracted legal battle. Therefore, we focus on negotiating to reach a positive settlement. Rest assured that if your ex-spouse chooses to be uncooperative, we are prepared to litigate on your behalf. Our experience in the Los Angeles family courts gives you a distinct advantage if a trial becomes necessary.
If you are having a dispute regarding custody of your child(ren), call attorney Hossein Berenji today for a free consultation. Let our experienced Los Angeles child custody attorneys assess your situation and come up with a winning strategy.
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References: § 3020
 § 3011
 § 3007
 § 3025
 § 3006
 § 3080
 § 3002