Stressed about child custody arrangements? One of the biggest emotional and financial stressors for parents is facing a custody battle. As custody issues arise during a divorce proceeding, unmarried parents also find themselves facing custody and parenting time problems. Most parents have a deep emotional need to foster a close, nurturing relationship between their child or children. During child custody litigation, sometimes one parent is willing to do whatever necessary to gain full custody and tarnish your reputation, which is why you need the best family law attorneys in the Eugene area to fight for you. An experienced Oregon family law attorney will present you in the best possible light, and work with the other party or their attorney to reach a fair decision. To prevent relationships from souring, hiring a family law attorney helps maintain the dynamic of your family during an already difficult time. We make sure to present you to the court in the most favorable way so a just parental custody ruling can be reached. Ms. Fowler is an accomplished trial lawyer and is aware of the nature of child custody cases in Oregon, with years of success to prove it. She is also skilled in negotiating with other parties and their desires to prevent custody proceedings from going to court.
FACTORS TO DISCUSS IN A CHILD CUSTODY CASE
There are a host of factors that help determine the outcome of a child custody case. Often these issues will be mentioned in court, which a client should be prepared to discuss, such as:
- Emotional ties – The emotional ties and connection between both parties and the child or children.
- Ability to provide emotional support – The ability and capacity of either party to provide the child or children with love, guidance, and furthering of the education of the child or children.
- Mental and physical health – The mental and physical health of both parties involved.
- Ability to provide material goods and care – The ability to provide the child or children with, food, clothing, and medical care.
- Previous housing or living environment – How long the child has lived in a stable, satisfactory condition or environment, and the ability of both parties to continue to provide a satisfactory environment.
- Domestic violence – Any history or accounts of domestic violence.
When unmarried parties must begin the process of establishing custody, there are other factors that must be considered: parenting time, child support, medical insurance and uninsured costs, life insurance, tax dependency designation, and other parental rights. Quite often, these issues can get forgotten. If a custody matter is contested, we make sure that we address all the potential issues that may arise and will do our best to negotiate an amicable resolution. However, when other parties do not want to agree, we will litigate the matter and present all the evidence necessary to make sure you and your child(ren’s) rights are protected. Ms. Lindsay H. Fowler understands the want for a mother of father to be with their child and will work hard to present you in the most favorable light to ensure that a reasonable child custody decision is made.
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DIFFERENT TYPES OF CHILD CUSTODY AGREEMENTS IN OREGON
When it comes to child custody cases, there are a variety of different child custody types. The most common custody agreements are joint custody, where both parents receive equal custody of the child. It is important to know the various types of child custody, they include:
- Legal Custody – this determines who holds the decision-making power for the child’s life and wellbeing. This includes medical, education and religious choices.
- Sole Custody – Can be split into physical or legal custody, and often determines who has sole legal and or physical custody of the child. In instances of sole child custody, the noncustodial parent will typically have parenting time with the child.
- Joint Custody – Joint child custody permits both parents to have decision-making authority over the child, and the child often resides alternately at one parent’s residence, then the other parent’s place of residence.
Keep in mind child custody rulings can be modified if necessary. Whether it be a change in a parent’s schedule, or should one parent move to another state, new child custody modification can be negotiated. In Oregon, custody and parenting time matters also require court mandated mediation. You may be able to work with the other party to establish custody or parenting time. If you cannot, our office will advocate for you to get the best for you and your child(ren).
Lindsay H. Fowler, an experienced attorney in the field of family law, provides the best in terms of legal representation in the Oregon area and would be happy to assist you with your child custody case. We will keep in mind your personal relationship with your child, and work to reach a custody agreement that is fair. Contact our offices to schedule a meeting with our associates, so we can begin to advocate for your rights as a parent.
TALK TO A QUALIFIED EUGENE CHILD CUSTODY ATTORNEY
At the office of Lindsay H. Fowler, you will work with a knowledgeable experienced attorney in Lindsay H. Fowler, who has been successfully practicing law in Oregon for years. She is well versed in how Oregon family court judges rule in terms of divorce and child custody cases, and well leverage her vast expertise on your behalf. Ms. Fowler is skilled at negotiating between parties and will be able to provide realistic advice regarding your wishes and that of other parties. Ms. Fowler’s areas of law practice include:
Lindsay H. Fowler provides legal representation that is both professional and compassionate and understands a parent’s need to be with their child. Divorce and child custody arrangements are never easy, but with our law firm, you can rest assured that Oregon family law attorney Ms. Fowler will make the legal process as seamless as possible. If you are looking for a qualified Eugene Oregon family law or child custody attorney, contact us today to get started.
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Looking for a good family law attorney in Eugene Oregon? Terminating a marriage can be extremely stressful, often you are faced to address a host of factors in your life that are up in the air. Choosing to hire an experienced Oregon divorce attorney helps alleviate stress and provide peace of mind. Lindsay H. Fowler works with you to explain the legal process, set up reasonable expectations, and help eliminate the anxiety associated with the divorce process.
Ms. Fowler has extensive experience in other areas of law that gives her the ability to address other potential legal issues that sometimes arise in a divorce proceeding. Whether you have been served divorce papers from your partner, or you are looking to file for divorce, call the office of Lindsay H. Fowler today for a consultation. Ms. Fowler prioritizes compassionate, professional legal representation, and as an experienced trial lawyer, she is prepared to fight for you.
