Child Custody:

Child custody is often the most difficult issue of any family law proceeding.  It is critical that parties in child custody disputes are properly advised and adequately represented.  At FERNANDEZ and FERNANDEZ, we are sensitive to the needs of parents and children and we work hard to achieve results that are best for our clients.  We have the skill and understanding to assist families in reaching resolutions to these highly emotional and sensitive matters.   We are dedicated to helping clients in the following specific areas:

            Understanding Options: In reaching a child custody agreement or obtaining a court order for child custody, many people do not understand where to begin.  It can be difficult to move beyond the emotions at hand and progress to resolution.  At FERNANDEZ and FERNANDEZ, we are experienced child custody attorneys who will guide you through the process in a reassuring and informative manner.  Each of our clients are apprised of their rights and responsibilities and the applicable legal procedures so they can understand what options are available to them and their children.

            Voicing Concerns: We listen to you and we understand your priorities and concerns about your children.  With our expertise, experience and empathy, we are highly successful in advocating our clients’ wishes to the court, opposing counsel and the other parent.  At FERNANDEZ and FERNANDEZ, we will help you reach sound decisions that safeguard the future of your children and your relationships with them.

            Protecting Children:   In California, decisions regarding child custody are based on what is best for the child.  Determining the child’s “best interests” is at the heart of every child custody case.  At FERNANDEZ and FERNANDEZ, we are able to engage in settlement negotiations or vigorously litigate child custody cases, including move-away cases, if necessary, by promoting positions about what is best for our clients’ children in a persuasive and favorable manner.  Through our diligent efforts, we protect children from being drawn into the acrimony that accompanies most child custody battles.