Virginia Child Custody Lawyer

Children are often at the center of bitter conflicts between spouses that have decided to terminate their relationships. Unfortunately, parents can resort to using their children to exert revenge on their ex-spouse. Bitterness and hurt are often at the heart of custodial conflicts. Hiring a Virginia child custody lawyer will help to provide an objective view of your case.

Attorney Drew Page has witnessed the devastating impact of divorce on families firsthand. He is committed to helping parents make decisions that are in the best interests of their children. He will not only fight to protect your rights and interests but also provide guidance from an objective standpoint to ensure that you are able to make informed decisions. 

Contact us and schedule your appointment to consult with an experienced and knowledgeable attorney regarding your custody case. 

Types of Child Custody in VA

Child custody matters in Virginia are often divided into two categories: 

Physical custody 

This refers to how much time the children spend with each parent. Physical custody determines where the children live and often results in the other parent having limited time with the children The parent with whom the children spend most of their time is considered the Parent of Primary Residence while the Parent of Alternate Residence is the other parent. 

Physical custody is a highly contentious issue. This is because it not only limits the time the children spend with one parent but also determines which parent is likely to receive child support. 

Legal Custody 

This determines which parent will make important decisions on behalf of the children. These decisions include decisions involving the child’s education, welfare, and health. The rights of each parent will be outlined in the child custody order. However, in most cases, both parents retain legal custody of the children even when one parent is not awarded physical custody. 

Factors that Influence the Outcome of Custody Cases

Like in many other states, Virginia child custody laws are designed to ensure that both parents can have a meaningful relationship with the child even when they do not live together. Child custody is awarded based on the best interests of the child. 

There are several factors that are used to determine what the best interests of the child are. These include: 

• The role of each parent in nurturing the children from birth 
• The expected situation of each parent going into the future e.g. income prospects, work schedules, etc. 
• Behavioral or personality traits of each parent 
• The preferences of the children 

Deciding on child custody, however, is not a simple issue and often isn’t straightforward. There are several things that parents do that could jeopardize their chances of being awarded custody. There are also several things you can do to improve your chances of being awarded custody of your children. It is important to discuss your case with an experienced Virginia child custody attorney. 

Attorney Drew Page will evaluate your case and help you determine your options. He will provide you with innovative solutions to help you resolve your child custody matters in order to get the best outcome for your family. 

Attorney Drew Page is available to help you with: 

• Crafting a child custody arrangement that will work for your family 
• Finding solutions for child support issues 
• Exploring options for visitation for the non-custodial parent 
• Modifying existing custody orders  in order to account for changes in circumstances of one parent or the entire family 
• Enforcing child custody orders against parents that are non-compliant 
• Assisting you to reach a temporary agreement for child custody while the divorce proceedings are still ongoing

Attorney Drew Page has witnessed relationships of co-parents go from amicable to hostile in an instant due to child custody conflicts. He is committed to helping parents reach amicable solutions that prioritize the interests of their children. He will advocate protecting your rights while offering guidance to help you make decisions that will benefit your entire family. 

Contact Attorney Drew Page to schedule your consultation. 

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Children are often the biggest casualties of divorce. They are also often at the center of bitter conflicts when couples are seeking to dissolve their marriages. Speaking to an experienced and knowledgeable Virginia child custody lawyer will help to make the process of settling child custody less contentious. 

Attorney Drew Page is not only committed to defending the rights of his clients but also ensuring that the best interests of the children are considered in determining custody. He will assess your case and help you understand your rights and options. He will provide you with guidance in deciding the fate of your family. 

Contact Attorney Drew Page and book your consultation. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Child Custody Cases in Virginia