Child Custody & Visitation
Bloomington Child Custody and Visitation Attorney
The most pressing family law concerns involve children. Many people wonder if their children will have to change schools, where their children will live, and how they will handle the stress of a divorce.
At the Barbosa Law Office, LLC, we provide straightforward, honest and compassionate child custody and visitation representation for clients throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
"Your children are your top priority. Let us take immediate action to protect your legal rights and the best interests of your children. Contact us for a free consultation or case evaluation."
Child Custody
At the time of divorce, determining child custody can be very emotional and distressing for everyone involved. The court will base its decisions on the best interests of the children.
"Physical custody" describes where the child primarily resides. "Legal custody" is the authority to make decisions about the child's health care, religious upbringing, education and welfare. "Parenting time" which many people call "visitation," is a term used to describe the time each parent has with the child.
Joint custody arrangements generally refer to shared legal custody. When it comes to physical custody, in most cases one parent has primary custody, with the child living primarily in that parent's home. Other arrangements where physical custody is more equally distributed are also possible. Contact us to learn more about your options.
"I'm very straightforward. I tell my clients the down side and the upside. I am realistic. Clients like my calming effect during a stressful time of life."
-Beth Barbosa, Attorney
Visitation Schedules and Your Rights
Attorney Beth Barbosa will work closely with you to determine your needs and objectives for parenting time. We will advocate for arrangements that work for you and are in the best interests of your children.
If you and your spouse agree on physical custody, legal custody and visitation, we can help draft your agreement and submit it to the court for approval.
If you do not agree, we can help you negotiate an agreement, advise you during mediation, or advocate for your interests in court.
In mediation or a court hearing, a third-party child custody evaluator is typically brought in to evaluate you and the other parent in order to determine the best interests of your children.
The court will make its decision largely based on the evaluator's recommendation, although additional evidence can be presented to the court. Some child custody evaluators may not be able to provide an objective, skilled reading of the family relationships. Having a lawyer who understnds your side of the story can help offset any unclear or unfavorable recommendations.
If needed, we can help you find an independent evaluator or psychologist for your children. We can also do alcohol assessments if alcohol abuse may be a factor.
Contact Barbosa Law Office, LLC for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer in Bloomington, Minnesota. Call us now at 952-888-2787 for immediate assistance. Free consultations - Flat fee for uncontested divorce paperwork assistance - Credit cards accepted Barbosa Law Office, LLC
2626 East 82nd Street, Suite 380
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: 952-888-2787