Child Custody

New York Child Custody Attorneys

Child custody is a great concern of a divorcing couple and the court systems. More than money and the divorce itself, child custody is often the greatest source of tension between the separating couple. The child custody lawyers at Most & Kusnetz LLC have many years of experience helping clients in the White Plains, New York, area with these difficult problems.

Contact our office by phone at 866-919-9062 or 866-808-1204 to arrange for your confidential consultation.

White Plains Child Custody Lawyers

Child custody is based upon the best interests of the child or children. Usually the parent that is the fulltime primary care giver will receive residential custody unless he/she is proven unfit. A person is not unfit if they have a boyfriend or girlfriend or committed adultery. Courts look at the best interest of the child when determining whether a parent is the best fit. Some examples of what a court would deem unfit include drug and alcohol abuse or serious emotional and psychological problems.

Most times, both parents are fit and desire to continue to be involved in their children's lives. When the parties cannot agree and the courts must determine with whom the children shall live, a long, expensive custody battle can result. Our firm will advise you about the likelihood of your case prevailing, so that you can make informed decisions.

In order to relocate, a custodial parent may have to request a modification to their custody order. Not doing so can result in losing custody. The court will look to see if the relocation is in the best interest of the child by evaluating factors such as support networks in the place the custodial parent is moving to and the existing relationship the children have with the non-custodial parent. The closer the relationship is the less likely the court will allow relocation.

The dedicated and caring attorneys at our firm can assist you with all of your child custody, child support, and visitation related legal questions and concerns.

If your case cannot be settled amicably, we have extensive experience in trials and appeals. Our trial attorneys will vigorously pursue solutions to your legal problems to your satisfaction. For more information on case results, see our representative cases.

Lawyers With A Personal Approach

If you are in need of an attorney to help you with your child custody and visitation related legal matters, please contact us by phone at 866-919-9062 or 866-808-1204.