Custody & Visitation
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Custody & Visitation Services in New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley
Protecting Your Rights and Your Child's Best Interests
Navigating custody and visitation issues during a divorce can be one of the most challenging aspects of the process.
As an experienced attorney in New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley, The Law Office of Dana Stricker, PLLC understands the complexities and emotional intricacies involved in these matters.
Ms. Stricker’s goal is to provide compassionate, knowledgeable, and effective legal representation to help you secure the best possible outcome for you and your children.
Understanding Custody & Visitation
Custody and visitation arrangements determine how parents will share time with their children and make important decisions about their upbringing. In New York, custody is divided into two main categories:
Legal Custody: Refers to the right to make major decisions about the child’s life, including education, healthcare, and religious upbringing. Legal custody can be joint (shared by both parents) or sole (granted to one parent). There are also variations to legal custody that can be explored with Ms. Stricker.
Physical/Residential Custody:
Refers to where the child will live. Physical custody can also be joint (the child lives with both parents) or sole (the child lives with one parent, while the other has parenting time with the child).
Our Custody & Visitation Services
- Initial Consultation: We start with a thorough consultation to understand your situation, concerns, and goals for your child's future.
- Forensic Evaluations: We help you prepare for these evaluations to ensure that the issues surrounding your child's best interests are clearly presented.
- Negotiation and Mediation: Whenever possible, we strive to reach amicable agreements through negotiation and mediation, minimizing the stress and conflict associated with litigation.
- Litigation: If an agreement cannot be reached, The Law Office of Dana Stricker, PLLC is prepared to represent you in court, advocating vigorously for your rights and your child’s best interests.
- Modification and Enforcement: Ms. Stricker can also assist with modifying an existing custody and/or visitation order when circumstances change and enforcing orders when they are not being followed.
Why Choose
The Law Office of
Dana Stricker, PLLC
- Experienced Family Law Attorney:
The Law Office of Dana Stricker, PLLC has extensive experience handling custody and visitation cases, providing you with expert legal guidance and representation.
- Client-Centered Approach: Ms. Stricker will prioritize your needs and concerns, offering personalized strategies that align with your goals and your child’s best interests.
- Strong Advocacy: Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, Ms. Stricker is committed to fighting for your rights and ensuring a fair custody arrangement.
- Compassionate Support: The Law Office of Dana Stricker, PLLC understands the emotional toll of custody disputes and offers empathetic support throughout the process.
Factors Considered in Custody Decisions
New York courts prioritize the child's best interests when determining custody and visitation arrangements. Some of the factors considered include:
- The child's age and health
- Each parent’s ability to provide for the child’s needs
- The child’s relationship with each parent
- Each parent’s work schedule and lifestyle
- Any history of domestic violence or substance abuse
- The child's preference, depending on age and maturity
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