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Child Custody and Visitation
Phone: (323) 393-5669
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We know family matters.
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In a divorce with children, the biggest challenge is how to minimize the
negative effects on your children.  Going from Mom and Dad under one roof, to
two, is not easy, especially in a high-conflict divorce.

We encourage both parties to be reasonable.  Take a step back from your own
personal emotions.  Seek counseling if necessary.  Work together, not
separately, at developing a working parenting plan for your children.  Many, if
not all, custody disputes can be settled outside of the courtroom.  

If unfortunately you cannot reach a solution, you will end up in court.  The
court will decide your case on a case-by-case basis, in the "best interests of
your children".  You, or the court may decide to utilize the services of a child
custody evaluator.  This process is lengthy and very costly.  

Before the Judge will hear your case, you will need to go to Conciliation Court.  
There, a trained mediator will hear your case, and attempt to reach solution
one last time before the court hearing.  In Los Angeles, an appointment is free,
and can be schedule by calling (213) 974-5524.

RESOURCES
Kelly Chang Rickert Answers Questions on Custody

Parenting Plan Daily Calendar

If your Divorce Case is in Los Angeles County, Check Status Here

Model Parenting Plan/Guide

Creating a Parenting Plan

Creating a Parenting Plan w/Holiday and Vacation Schedules

Model Parenting Plan for Children Under 3

Model Parenting Plan for Children Ages 3 - 5

Model Parenting Plan for Children Ages 6 - 9

Model Parenting Plan for Children Ages 10 -13

Model Parenting Plan for Children Ages 14 to 18
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