Houston Child Custody Lawyer
Child Custody and Visitation issues in Divorce Cases
One of the most emotionally-involving and potentially difficult issues in a divorce case is that of child custody and visitation. As a parent, one wants what is in the best interest of the child, as well as an arrangement that is conducive to their present and future well-being. In the state of Texas, the Family Code custody provisions refer to custody as "conservatorship," and there are different forms of conservatorship as outlined below:
Joint Custody:
- Joint managing conservatorship - Both parents share in the decision-making process regarding the child's upbringing.
- Primary joint managing conservator - Though both parents may be named a joint managing conservator, the primary conservator retains sole decision-making powers regarding where the child lives. This person usually receives child support.
Sole Custody:
- Sole managing conservatorship - One parent is chosen to make all major decisions regarding the child's upbringing, including that of residence.
- Possessory conservatorship - Refers to the non-custodial parent who has rights of visitation with the child. This person typically pays child support to the other parent.
- Visitation rights can also require mediation and negotiation, as issues can come up such as the respective distance between the two parent's places of residence. If you require legal help in coming to a resolution in your child custody or visitation issue, it is highly recommended you contact a Houston divorce lawyer today.
Child Visitation Lawyer in Houston
My firm serves clients throughout the Houston area. The Law Office of Eric L. Fredrickson P.C. has practiced family law for 18 years, and is available to assist you in your child custody or visitation case. Please contact me today, and I will provide you with attentive and caring service that is designed to help you reach a conclusion in your case that is beneficial to the best interests of you and your child.
Contact a Houston child visitation attorney for experienced legal help with your complex child custody or visitation issues.