Fresno, California Child Custody and Visitation Attorney
At the time of divorce, many parents are concerned about how the divorce will affect a child. Specifically, they may be concerned about protecting their own relationship with a child. Most parents will receive joint custody, but in some cases, the court will award primary custody to one parent. It is important to protect your rights and your child's best interests in a custody case. At the Law Office of Cindy J. Hopper, we have significant experience working in family courts and can effectively articulate your case and your child's needs to the court.
Protecting the best interests of the child
In every child custody case, the standard is the best interests of the child. The court will make a determination of custody and visitation based on the child's health, welfare, and safety. An experienced attorney can make sure that your interests are aligned with those of your child. Contact us for more information regarding child custody and visitation
Legal custody and physical custody
Legal custody of a child gives the right to make decisions about the care and rearing of children. A legal custodian will have a right to determine where a child goes to school, religious beliefs, and health care. Physical custody determines where a child's primary residence will be, including where the child will attend school. Joint custody allows for one parent to have physical custody and both to share legal custody of a child.
Visitation and parenting time
In addition to the determination of custody, the court will also make a visitation and parenting time schedule. It is important that you articulate you interests to the court to ensure that your rights and your child's best interests are reflected in the visitation schedule.
Unique child custody cases
In addition to handling custody cases arising out of a divorce, we also handle unique custody cases related to paternity and grandparent's rights. If you are facing a unique custody case, contact us to learn more about your rights.
Relocation and modifications
It is possible to get a modification to an existing child custody determination or visitation schedule. A change in circumstance such as relocation or a threat to the child may require an adjustment or change in custody. We are experienced in handling modifications and change of custody matters.
Contact the Law Office of Cindy J. Hopper to speak directly to an experienced Fresno, California lawyer. We provide strategic and aggressive counsel you can trust.
Over 10 years of experience • Credit cards accepted • Hours: 8:30- 5:00 M-F • Located one block north of the Fresno County Courthouse
Law Office of Cindy J. Hopper
2140 Merced St, Ste 101, Fresno, CA 93721
Phone: (559) 268-2111
Fax: (559) 268-2112
