Q: Going to trial next year for child custody and i need a good attorney
The father of my daughter served me with papers last february while she was visiting him in the bay area, i live in LA after going to court mediation the mediator recommended two weeks with me in LA and two in the bay area plus a private mediation, finally after four long month mediator recommended fir my four years old her primary residence will be northern california, just keep in mind the this father lives with his parents and share a room with our daughter, he only was in her life in the last two years when it was convenient for him , never pay any child support, having a dui and still a heavy drinker, on my side i never have any records, i rent my own place she has her own room, always provide for her needs, i have a older son 17 yr as old from my previous marriage of ten years. Is no way i will settle for this i feel the my right as a mother dont be taking seriously ,if you can help thanks
A: The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
A: Courts consider all the facts when determining the child's best interests in a child custody matter. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
A: Consult with some family law attorneys, and select one that you feel comfortable with. The case may require a 730 evaluation. The recommendations from the mediator are persuasive to the court, and a 730 may be what is needed to explore in depth many issues going on. At the end of the day, the judge will need to make a decision and you should make persuasive arguments for your position. A thorough consultation is required since many issues and factors need to be considered.
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