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N/aA child custody order is the legal order that provides the framework for the child’s relationship with both of his or her parents after their divorce. The terms and processes used in child custody orders vary from state to state. In New York, custody is divided into two categories: legal custody, the right to make decisions on the child’s behalf regarding his or her medical care and other substantial aspects of his or her lifestyle and well being, and physical custody, the right to spend time with the child face-to-face.
Parents can share both types of custody, one parent can have one type solely and share the other type with the other parent, or one parent can solely hold both types of custody. The court considers various factors to determine which of these arrangements is in the child’s best interest.
The court has to carefully consider all of a child’s needs and the environmental factors he or she faces to develop a custody order for him or her. In every state, the court follows a standard known as “the child’s best interest,” which basically means the best case scenario for the child after his or her parents’ divorce.
Factors the court considers to create this best case scenario include:
The court cannot make its custody determination without evidence that shows the type of lifestyle the child and parents currently live. This is where your strategy for showing the court your fitness as a parent comes into play. To help the court make its determination, provide sufficient evidence that shows your strong relationship with your child and your ability to care for him or her, such as:
As a parent, having an appropriate child custody order in place is probably one of your top divorce priorities. Work with a family lawyer who can be your advocate and help you develop an effective legal strategy that provides a fair, consistent amount of time between you and your child. Contact our team at The Colwell Law Group, LLC today to set up your legal consultation with us.
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