In most cases in Fairfield County, the two parents may simply agree on visitation rights and arrangements. A very limited number of cases involve custody and parenting disputes. Oftentimes, visitation is determined by the parents creating a schedule that works as well as possible for them and for the child, disrupting their daily routines as little as possible. However, if the parents cannot agree, visitation will likely be determined by the court after a trial.
Visitation determinations may be contested if one side is unhappy with the determination in a judge’s order after trial. That parent may file an appeal stating that the judge abused their discretion in their order, the determination should be thrown out, and that the parties should start over with a new judge. In cases like these, it is especially important for parents to seek help from a qualified visitation lawyer to ensure that their rights are protected.