Child Custody & Visitation

Divorces that involve child custody often become hostile when spouses and attorneys on both sides allow resentment and emotions to rule their decisions. Under California law, the courts are required to rule in favor of what is best for the children, but that doesn’t mean that some parents won’t try to put their own needs first.

At Haslam & Thorne, APC, we believe that negotiated co-parenting agreements are almost always the best solution to disputes involving child custody and visitation. Working together with the other parent and their lawyer, we bring in professionals such as child welfare specialists when necessary to help you find the best solution.

Our family law experience and training in mediation and collaborative law make a difference. We know what professional resources are available and how to help you get the child custody resolution that will keep your child’s best interests at the core of the agreement.

Contact us to discuss your concerns about child custody and visitation rights in your pending divorce. We are a client-focused law firm committed to practicing exclusively in the area of California family law.

• Divorce
• Child support
• Move away, relocation cases
• Post-judgment modifications
• Grandparents’ rights
• Custodial issues involving domestic partnerships
• Guardianship

We believe that a prolonged custody battle must be avoided, if possible. We also know, though, that an acceptable co-parenting plan can’t always be negotiated out-of-court. Sometimes, the issues are so important to either parent that a judge must make the decision. We have extensive trial experience and know how to investigate the issues that the courts will consider most seriously.

Contact us to learn more about our experience and how we can help you resolve your most complex child custody and visitation issues in your divorce.

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**Some attorneys at H & T have received distinction as certified family law specialists by the California Board of Legal Specialization.