Child Custody Attorneys in Florida
The interests of your children, including their financial well-being, place of residence and emotional stability should be your primary concern during a divorce. You may even worry about losing the right to spend time with your children. At Richard J. Mockler, P.A., our divorce and family law attorneys take a strategic and comprehensive approach to protecting your rights and providing for the best interests of your children during custody disputes.
The state of Florida made changes to child custody and visitation laws in the fall of 2008. Instead of awarding child custody and visitation, the courts are now required to establish a parenting plan that governs time sharing with your children and determines parental responsibility. We will focus on helping you create a parenting plan for your unique needs and situation.
Call (813) 443-4634 or (866) 719-7570 to speak with an experienced Tampa divorce attorney or contact us by email.
Preparation at Every Stage to Protect Your Rights
At your initial consultation, we will take the time to learn about your family dynamics. We will identify your objectives and work to establish a custody solution tailored to the needs of your family and the best interests of your children. Working with witnesses and experts when necessary, we will build your case to protect your rights and your children. Preparing well-developed strategies are critical to our success.
Courts may address the following issues when deciding custody:
- Is one parent better suited to have substantial time sharing with the child?
- Is one parent better suited to have primary decision capabilities regarding school, religion, or health?
- Which parent will be able to more effectively share parenting time?
- Is one parent able to relocate with the children?
Our child custody attorneys are experienced in protecting your rights involving:
- Parenting time and parenting plans
- Primary residency and primary custody
- Visitation and time sharing
- Parental responsibility and risk of abuse
- Divorce and modification or enforcement
Child Custody Rights in Florida
Child custody rights are not based on a model, but individual circumstances of each family. To a large extent, custody arrangements are based on work schedules, the relationships between caretaker and children, ultimately focusing on the best interests of the children. Our attorneys will take the time to understand your individual needs and goals so that we can prepare strategies tailored to accomplish your objectives. We do not go into a court hearing, a negotiation, or a mediation session without a plan for achieving our client's goals.
Contact Richard J. Mockler, P.A. to speak directly with an experienced Tampa, Florida, child custody attorney regarding the details of your case.
Credit cards accepted • Flat rate options through mediation • Easily accessible • Call (813) 443-4634 or (866) 719-7570 for a consultation or case evaluation.
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