Child Custody in Florida
Dividing up marital assets, however painful and difficult, is, in most
circumstances, a typical expectation for couples going through a divorce.
However, when child custody will also be an issue, the majority of parents
are unlikely to be prepared for the grief and heartache that may be involved
in reaching a resolution. It is difficult for many parents to separate
themselves emotionally from what can become a contentious and impassioned
situation. Consulting with an experienced attorney who can maintain a
professional detachment will facilitate better communication between the
parties concerned and can often avoid the necessity of a bitter court
battle.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Kevin A. Moore are a team of
knowledgeable and compassionate lawyers who have in-depth experience in
handling sensitive child custody issues. We are a well respected and
established law firm based in the Tampa – St. Petersburg area of Florida,
with expertise in family law and information specific to the state of
Florida. We provide skilled legal representation to our clients throughout
Florida, including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and other communities
in the counties of Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Sarasota, Manatee,
Hernando, and Polk.
Generally speaking, it is better for all parties concerned if parents are
able to work with an experienced attorney to resolve the child custody
issue. If agreement cannot be reached, a trial will be necessary and the
courts will decide the child custody outcome. The different types of child
custody arrangements that may be agreed upon or awarded, and which vary by
jurisdiction, are:
sole custody, physical custody, joint custody, and legal custody.
It is important to understand that your rights as a parent are determined by
the type of custody arrangement that you have. The attorneys at the Law
Offices of Kevin A. Moore will work diligently to ensure that you understand
fully the implications of each type of child custody arrangement, such as
visitation rights and child support.
Our attorneys are also experienced in handling disputes arising from
relocation. For example, what happens if one parent in a joint custody
agreement is transferred out of state? Under what conditions can a parent
ask for and win increased time with their child or children? What rights do
the children involved in a custody case have about where they live and who
they live with? These questions, together with other concerns that may arise
from the differences between sole custody, physical custody, joint custody
and legal custody, are where our attorneys can provide you with the legal
support and expertise to get the answers that you need.
We hope that we may have the privilege of serving as your legal advocate in
any child custody or other family law issue.
Child Custody Resources in Florida
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