Child Custody / Visitation

Child Custody and Visitation Attorneys in Fresno

The best interests of the child dictate all decisions related to child custody and visitation. At Lerandeau & Lerandeau, Attorneys at Law, in Fresno, California, we focus on the practice of family law. That experience has brought us success in handling complicated and contentious child custody and visitation cases.

Child Custody Mediation

Whether you are seeking sole custody, legal custody, or joint custody, at Lerandeau & Lerandeau, Attorneys at Law, we will represent your rights and your children's best interests. Whether one parent or both parents wish to make decisions related to the child's medical needs, schooling, religion, and other matters (legal custody), we will seek a resolution satisfactory to all parties. In many cases, the parties will be required to try mediation before entering a courtroom to resolve the custody and visitation issues. Our attorneys believe in the mediation process as well.

Child Custody Litigation

Mediation essentially shields your child from a potentially nasty court battle. Litigating child custody and visitation issues in court could require the use of experts. For example, psychologists could evaluate your child, your spouse, and you. The parties may interview teachers about the child's progress in school. Once a judge takes control of your case, you and your spouse lose all authority over the decisions that will be made. The judge, a neutral third party, who may not be that familiar with your particular situation, will decide important issues related to time spent with your child.

Mediation and negotiation are only as effective as the other party's willingness to work with you. There are times when litigation is the only option. In those cases, we will aggressively represent you and protect your right to spend time with your child and make key decisions in his or her life.

To learn more, or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding child custody or a parenting plan, please contact us.