Fort Lauderdale Child Custody Attorney
Florida Divorce Lawyer Negotiating Time Sharing and Parenting Plans
Child custody is often one of the most detailed and sensitive aspects of a divorce action, because parents must work together to find an arrangement that works for them and their children. A well mapped out parenting plan can help define every person's role and responsibilities, which can help prevent disputes from arising later on.
At the law offices of Darren K. Edwards, P.A., we help families throughout south Florida navigate the child custody process by exploring every issue carefully in order to preserve relationships and account for every situation. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation at our conveniently located Fort Lauderdale office.
Experienced Broward County Divorce Attorney
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When we handle your divorce action, we will look at every type of custody arrangement to try the most appropriate fit for your family that also takes into account the best interest of the child standard the court will use when deciding whether to accept and grant a custody agreement and divorce decree. This may include:
Sole custody: If it is determined that one parent is unfit or an actual, physical danger to the child, we will help you petition for primary physical custody.
Shared parental responsibility (joint custody): This approach is favored by the courts, and it allows both parents to have both physical and decision making responsibilities. We will help you negotiate and draft a visitation or time sharing schedule that evaluates how much involvement each parent would like and is capable of taking into account job obligations, travel as well as new spouses and children.
Darren K. Edwards will also explore decisions concerning education, healthcare, religion and other fundamental concerns. We will make sure each parent understands who will have the children for certain holidays, vacations and days of special meaning, such as birthdays.
In all divorce cases in Florida, mediation is now required before you attempt to litigate your case in court. Mediation is a type of alternative dispute resolution. This is a non-binding, more open arena for communication where the parties attempt to work out reasonable agreements using a neutral third party. Often, this method is also a way to save money and fosters an atmosphere where it is easier to come up with something to live by because the parties can negotiate using evidence and creative solutions that are not often allowed in court.
Parental Relocation
We also work closely with parents throughout the area to ensure compliance with the new Florida law governing the relocation of a parent, whether out-of-state or out of the county of jurisdiction. The law now requires that the party seeking to relocate must notify the other parent. If the other parent objects, the court must have a hearing to determine whether the relocation will be permitted.
Paternity Determinations
At the law offices of Darren K. Edwards, P.A., we have also advised mothers and fathers in situations where paternity is an issue. If you are a father seeking to terminate child support obligations or a mother attempting to establish responsibility for support, we can help.
If you need an experienced divorce attorney on your side in the south Florida area, contact our offices for a free initial consultation. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Payment plans are available.
Representing clients in the tri-county area since 1988
Darren K. Edwards, P.A.
110 E. Broward Boulevard, Suite 1700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-3500
