Encino, California, Child Custody Attorney
Keeping an Eye on Protecting the Family
Disrupting the family unit is one of the unfortunate results of a divorce. Dividing property and assets is one thing, but dividing time with the children can bring even more emotions to the surface. Primary custody, child support enforcement and child custody modification can be the most divisive issues to deal with.
At the Law Offices of Gregory J. Pedrick in Encino, California, minimizing damage to the family is a constant concern to me. Too many divorcing couples forget that the process is just as difficult for the children. I am a lawyer who knows California child custody law and I can help you. Contact me today.
Child Custody
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I can help secure both temporary the permanent custody.
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In California, the courts look to the best interests of the child in determining child custody. The law favors the mother, but she should not assume that she will have a fair share of visitation or support. Unless cause can be show, neither parent should expect to be able to dictate decisions about the child.
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California courts will generally try to split joint legal custody between parents.
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A child custody order can be modified when there is a change of circumstances and custody needs to be revisited.
Child Support
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An order for child support can always be modified, so this should not be a sticking point during the divorce. At a later time, I can seek to modify a judge's order to suit your needs. I am adept at securing modification orders to suit client's changed circumstances.
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I can also assist parties in coming to an informal agreement regarding child support.
My practice is focused on family law issues, so I know child custody and support issues. Contact me at my office in Encino, California. My office is open 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday; evenings and weekends by appointment. I also take appointments in Granada Hills and Santa Clarita by special request. Flexible payment options are available.
He now accepts credit cards: Visa, Master Card and Discover.