For many parents, working out the details of legal custody and a visitation schedule is painful, difficult and hotly contested. At The Hatley Law Firm, we work hard to foster a caring and compassionate environment where we help you identify and achieve an arrangement that is in the best interest of your children.
Establishing Custody and Visitation
Custody and visitation are more complicated and life changing than most people realize. Our lawyers are committed to taking the time to explain all aspects of the legal process, including potential advantages and pitfalls, so that you can make educated decisions.
- Child support — If you are concerned about the amount of support you will be required to pay, based on the custody arrangement, we encourage you to contact us.
- Modifications — Our firm will evaluate the situation and determine whether or not the court will consider the changes in circumstances to be significant enough to warrant changing the child custody orders. However, if you and your co-parent agree that changes must be made, then we will manage the necessary paperwork.
- Parenting time — We are here to help you establish a fair visitation schedule, so that you have the opportunity to foster a quality relationship with your children.
- Relocation provisions — Sometimes relocation for a job, further education, or to be closer to family must be taken into consideration. Our firm will help to address potential future issues through provisions added to the child custody agreement that specifically address relocation.
- Shared custody — In North Carolina, shared custody provides for an equal division of parenting time. Although shared custody is not appropriate in every situation, our attorneys will analyze your case and offer advice and recommendations of the custody options available to you.
- Sole custody — In North Carolina, sole custody is awarded in situations where one parent is determined to be an unfit caregiver for the children. If you are concerned about the welfare of your children, we will help you to identify the best ways to address the situation.
North Carolina Law
Child custody and parenting time laws vary greatly from one state to the other. While federal law requires family court judges to make decisions based on the best interests of the children, many of the details of child custody agreements are based on state law. It is vitally important that you protect your interests and those of your children by verifying how the agreement may be affected by North Carolina laws.
Experienced Fort Bragg Visitation Attorney
The Hatley Law Firm represents clients throughout eastern North Carolina. Contact us toll free at 800-947-6218 to arrange a consultation with an experienced Fayetteville child custody attorney.
