Resolve Custody Issues as Peacefully as Possible
In most family law cases that involve children, child custody and time sharing are among the most important and the most contentious issues that parties have to resolve. Decisions that are made about parental responsibility and other custody matters are based on the best interests of children but are also supposed to protect the parent-child relationship.
Experienced lawyer Gale Moore can explain your rights to you and guide you through the legal process with concern and compassion. At the Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A., we have provided personalized family law representation in Largo and Pinellas County, Florida, for over a decade. Attorney Moore will explain the factors that may influence custody decisions and help you reach an agreement or litigate the matter to meet your needs and the needs of your children.
Shared Parenting and Time Sharing in Florida
In Florida, and in many other states around the country, courts prefer that both parents continue to have meaningful relationships with their children even after a break-up of their parents' relationship. A co-parenting relationship where both parents can share time and responsibility for their children is encouraged, if possible. Unless a parent is determined to be unfit, the court will generally enact a parenting plan that provides for time sharing (visitation) with the children allowing both parties substantial time.
Of course, most parents and children are happier when time sharing and parental responsibility agreements are worked out on their own terms. A family court judge can never be as familiar with your family and its needs as you yourself are. The Judge's decisions may or may not fit your family's unique needs.
At our firm, we know that these issues are highly emotional and that people can be pushed into bitter court battles for bad reasons. We try to be a calming influence, explaining your rights and encouraging you to work out your differences through settlement, mediation or other forms of dispute resolution that will help you avoid the courtroom. If trial is necessary to resolve the issues favorably, we are fully prepared to litigate.
Learn More About Child Custody and Your Rights Under the Law
When you are going through a divorce and are concerned about what will happen to your children, it is in your best interest to contact an attorney for advice and representation. At the Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A., we will be attentive to your issues and help you achieve your goals in the time sharing process. We can also help with custody modifications and relocation issues.
Contact us to schedule an initial consultation. Call our Largo office at 727-475-4284 or toll free at 888-463-5651 to make an appointment.
