why does a child need an attorney during a divorce

by Prof. Kian Mraz 5 min read

5 Reasons You Should Hire a Child Custody Lawyer During Your Divorce

  • 1. Fair Child Support Negotiation Suppose custody has been awarded to your spouse. Are you happy with what you have to contribute? ...
  • 2. To Modify an Existing Custody Order Are you not satisfied with the existing custody arrangement? ...
  • 3. To Settle the Case Peacefully ...
  • 4. Changes in Your Case ...
  • 5. You Believe Your Children Are in Danger ...

An attorney will investigate the circumstances of the custody case and help to determine what your child wants for an outcome and what type of outcome might be in your child's best interests.Dec 10, 2020

Full Answer

What does a child advocate attorney do in a divorce?

Child advocate attorneys work to protect the rights of minors in cases involving divorce, child custody, neglect or abuse, and juvenile court proceedings. Courts will appoint a child advocate attorney in the following circumstances: Neglect or abuse of the minor. Contested child custody proceedings.

How does child custody work in a divorce?

Child custody can refer to where your children will live after divorce (physical custody), or who has the legal right to make decisions about their upbringing (legal custody). In each scenario, parents may jointly share the responsibility or the courts may award one parent solely.

Do I need a lawyer to get a divorce?

If your divorce is contested then there's really no way to expect a good outcome without hiring an attorney. If, however, your divorce is uncontested, then you may be able to perform several parts of it on your own (or pro se which is a Latin term that means "for yourself").

Can a parent get sole legal custody after divorce?

Generally in most states, both parents continue to have joint legal custody after divorce, meaning both parents have equal rights to make child-rearing decisions. However, courts may award sole legal custody to one parent under some rare circumstances.

image