Child Custody

Contemplating divorce is always difficult and it can become a frustrating experience. Child custody, as well as child support issues, are considered to be among the most difficult factors in a divorce. When determining child custody matters, it is crucial to carefully consider your children's current and future needs and to keep in mind each parent's economic situation and potential, caretaking ability and availability, and your child's bonds with their other siblings.

There are two types of child custody: legal and physical custody. Under legal child custody, the parents share decision making responsibilities concerning a child's education, health and welfare. Physical custody refers to the actual time spent with each parent. Joint physical custody means that the children spend significant periods of time with each parent. Under primary physical custody the children spend most of their time with one parent while the non-custodial parent is entitled to scheduled visitation.

Defense NY.com , we represent individuals who have concerns about child custody. Our attorneys do a custody evaluation, place temporary orders, and assist with support disputes. If you have any questions regarding your child custody issue, please contact Defense NY.com at (866) 99 TRUST.