A mother (or any parent) might be granted full custody of a child for various reasons. Full custody, also known as sole custody, means that one parent has both legal and physical custody of the child. Here are some common reasons a mother might be awarded full custody: (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Child’s Best Interests…
Child custody hearings can be quite intimidating so it’s important to prepare for this process. Let’s take a look at what you can expect at the first hearing and what you can do to ensure it goes smoothly. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION How To Prepare For The First Child Custody Hearing It’s crucial to create…
Determining the fitness of a parent, including a mother, involves assessing whether their behavior or circumstances negatively impact the child’s well-being. Signs of an unfit mother may include: (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Neglect: Failing to provide basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter, and medical care. Lack of supervision or leaving the child in unsafe…
A crucial part of any custody battle is just how fit the mother or father is to take care of the child. Here are the steps involved in proving a mother unfit during a custody battle. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION How To Prove An Unfit Mother Parent suitability is often used in custody battles. Every…
If your teenager is serious about wanting to make a permanent living arrangement change, there are a few things to consider before making a final decision. Here are your options if your teenager wishes to live with a non-custodial parent. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION WHAT IS PHYSICAL CUSTODY? This type of custody refers to the…
Parental rights are not terminated in a permanent guardianship. However, it can remove a parent’s legal custody of his or her child. In most cases, permanent guardianship can be revoked if the child’s parent, the child, or another party chooses to file a petition with the court to revoke the guardianship. This can occur if…
Second custody hearings typically address changes to an existing custody arrangement. Here’s a general idea of what might happen: (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Before the Hearing: Reason for Change: There must be a reason for the hearing. This could be a significant change in circumstances for a parent, a disagreement about the current plan, or…
Is it possible to lose custody when not co-parenting properly with the other parent? The answer is yes. You can lose custody for bad co-parenting. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Is It Possible To Lose Custody For Not Co-Parenting? If the court finds that you are not adequately co-parenting, you can be stripped of custody. This…
While both guardianship and custody arrangements are designed to ensure children have proper care, these roles are not interchangeable. Let’s take a look at the similarities and differences between the designations. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Legal Guardian? A legal guardian is an individual who is appointed by a court to care for…
Some custody cases can wrap up in just a few weeks, while more complicated cases can take years to resolve. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION How Long Does A Custody Case Take? There is no definitive answer for how long a custody battle/case will take. Some of these cases will wrap up in a few weeks,…
