How to change the custody of a child?

When someone decides to change the custody of the parent, a request should be filed in court. If both parties agree to the custody change then the lawyers can draw up the paper work and have it signed.

Can a non-custodial parent file for a Custody Modification?

If one parent disputes these petitions for custody modification, a hearing will be scheduled to hear both sides of the case and decide what works best for the children. If a non-custodial parent uses “unclear reasons” to file the petition for custody change the children usually end up in the middle of a heated battle.

What happens when a child custody order is modified?

Because of this type of modification, it usually causes hostility to the other parent and in the end, the children end up being in the middle of an argument that spins out of control. It often happens that the custodial parent ends up having a dispute with the other paren.

What should I do during a custody mediation?

Such an attitude often gets in the way of making a healthy decision regarding what’s best for the child or children involved, because it makes everyone involved uncomfortable and it slows down the process with disruptions. Here are three things I do my best with tact to relay to parents during custody mediation.

Can a custodial parent be awarded physical custody?

It is always in the best interest of everyone if the parent who has custody and who suffers from any of these conditions seeks help voluntarily. While they are getting the care they need physical custody could be awarded to the other parent until the custodial parent gets better.