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How is custody decided?

Thursday, April 30, 2009 by Timothy Patrick Peabody

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When you are filing divorce in Orange County, and you have children.  Custody concerns can arise during the divorce process.  How is custody decided?

With any family law action (divorce, legal separation, paternity), a mediator will be assigned to your case by the court.  The court provides a qualified mediator to mediate these issues.  During this process, attorneys are not allowed to be present.  It is the mediator's job to encourage an agreement in regards to custody and visitation.  If an agreement is not reached, this mediator will make a recommendation to the court. 

The mediator may interview the children during this process, and upon recommendations each party can dispute or request the order be made by the court. 

Having an experienced divorce lawyer in Orange County can help prepare and guide you through the mediation process.  

The Timothy P. Peabody Law Firm
620 Newport Center Drive, Suite 1100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone: 949-200-4610
Toll Free: 877-421-7692

 
Posted at 19:48 PM
Topic: Child Custody
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