CUSTODY BATTLES

When parents separate or divorce in Georgia, custody and visitation of their children must be determined. If the parents cannot come to an agreement without litigation, a judge will examine the child’s best interests and make a decision based on the circumstances.

Georgia recognizes two types of custody – physical and legal. A parent with physical custody lives with the child. Parents can share physical custody (also known as joint custody) or one parent may have sole physical custody.

A parent with legal custody makes all the major medical, legal, educational, and religious decisions for their child. When there is joint legal custody, both parents have a say in all major decisions involving their children. In these cases, one parent will be designated the “primary custodial parent” which means they have the final say in decisions involving the child should there be a disagreement. 

Georgia’s custody laws require a judge to keep the child’s best interests in mind and will always be the driver for determining custody and visitation agreements. 

Explain the Custody Battle Process

We will start off by explaining how the entire process goes. By providing information about the initial steps you need to take and how to fill out required paperwork, we will help you get your case started and collect all necessary documentation. We will also explain the rights of each parent regarding your unique situations and determine the type of custody and visitation rights we will be fighting for. 

Help Negotiate Custody Arrangements and Visitation Time

If both parties cannot reach an agreement, litigation may occur. As your attorney, we will assist you with serving your ex-partner and negotiating these terms. Doing so on your own is difficult, and if you don’t get along well with your ex, it’s impossible to come to an agreement. This is another reason why it’s so important to have a child support attorney. 

Protect Your Legal Rights

Both parents have legal rights when it comes to their children, and everyone’s situation is different. Unless extenuating circumstances determine otherwise, both parents have the right to shared custody and visitation, which is why you deserve the right to hire a lawyer who will fight for your best interests.