Compassionate Child Custody And Visitation Guidance

Family matters involving children can be emotionally challenging. At Crothers Law, S.C., we know how much stress and uncertainty you are experiencing. We are here to provide something on which you can rely. Our goal is to find solutions to difficult family law problems.

We are a child custody and visitation law firm serving families in Southeastern Wisconsin including the Milwaukee and Waukesha metro areas. Our attorney, Brittany Klaus Crothers, has over 16 years of experience focusing on family law, child custody law and other practice areas. If you are facing a custody dispute, we are here to advocate for your rights and your children’s best interests.

How Wisconsin Child Custody Works

Wisconsin law recognizes two main types of custody. These include:

• Physical custody: Where the child lives. It determines the parent with whom the child resides.
• Legal custody: The right to make major decisions regarding the child’s life. These decisions include education, health care and religious upbringing.

Here are a few common types of custody arrangements:

• Joint physical custody: Both parents share physical custody of the child.
• Sole physical custody: One parent has primary physical custody of the child.
• Split custody: Each parent has physical custody of one or more children.

The type of custody granted affects your parental rights and responsibilities. A child custody attorney can help you understand the nuances of Wisconsin family law and how it applies to your specific situation.

What Factors Affect Child Custody Cases?

In Wisconsin, judges determine custody arrangements based on the best interests of the child. This standard considers a variety of factors, such as:

• The child’s wishes, if the child is mature enough to express them.
• Each parent’s ability to provide for the child’s needs.
• The child’s relationship with each parent, siblings and other relatives.
• Any history of domestic violence, substance abuse or mental illness.

Parents can negotiate a custody arrangement privately. If they cannot reach an agreement, the court will issue a decision. This legal process sometimes involves a trial. A child visitation lawyer can help you secure a custody arrangement that protects your children’s best interests.

Can I Relocate With My Child?

Relocation refers to when a parent wants to move a certain distance away, including out of the state. If you wish to move with your child, you typically need permission from the other parent. If the other parent does not consent, you must seek permission from the court. The court will again consider the best interests of the child when deciding whether to allow the relocation.

Get Child Custody Guidance You Can Rely On

At Crothers Law, S.C., we are committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation during your custody case. To schedule a free consultation with a child custody attorney, please contact our office at 414-348-8302 or send us an email.