As in many other states, family courts in the state of New York give preference to custody arrangements that enable both parents to remain involved with raising the child, sharing responsibilities, and parental rights, making joint custody a more likely outcome of many divorce cases. However, if you believe joint custody is not working in the best interests of your child, you must be prepared to show the court that allowing a joint custody arrangement will not benefit the child. Working with a skilled custody attorney is essential if you are seeking to get sole custody of your children.