Child custody cases are stressful for everyone involved. Understandably, most couples want to get the proceedings over with as quickly as possible. Many parents try to come up with a parenting plan outside of court and work out the details of visitation and child support, but there are several reasons why you need to work with custody attorneys.

Child Support

Child support should be calculated appropriately based on the number of children and both parents' incomes. When you agree to child support without correctly calculating it, the parent with the children usually gets less than they should. According to data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau, the average child support due is $5,760 a year. We take several factors into account including the child's current standard of living, educational costs, and much more.

Fair Visitation

The days of the mother of the child being awarded sole physical custody are gone. Now, more states are leaning towards shared parenting visitation schedules. Non-custodial parents are often allowed to see children on a weekday to ensure they only go for a short time without seeing their kids. Working with custody attorneys is a great way to ensure you get a fair amount of time with your baby.

Significant Others

Significant others are usually a source of contempt if there's a recent breakup. However, there are several other scenarios where this topic comes up. For example, one parent may be concerned about the other one introducing a new partner to the child too soon. Child custody attorneys can help mediate this situation to reach an agreement. For example, both parties may agree that a new partner can only be introduced to the child once they have been in a relationship for three months.

Unexpected Issues

Unexpected situations are common in custody cases. Relocation, changes in circumstances, and non-compliance are more of an issue than you might think. An experienced lawyer can help you navigate through these issues and ensure you understand the law. For example, in many states, it's illegal for the custodial parent to move out of state with the child. Attorneys will make sure you know your rights.

As you might imagine, custody cases are packed with complex legal issues and disagreements. Experienced professionals can help mediate these situations instead of leaving it up to a judge. Contact the office of Mark Adams, Attorney at Law today to schedule your consultation.