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In a divorce, the final decree must establish plans for child custody, visitation and child support. Many times these matters are resolved in mediation or through the attorneys and approved by the courts. When partys are unable to resolve disputes about child custody, a trial will be held and the judge will decide the issues. A custody evaluation provides information to the judge in order to help them reach a decision that will be int he best interests of the children.

Child Custody Disputes can be extremely stressful, well beyond what you ever thought it would be. You need and want someone who is sensitive to what you are going through and is capable of providing Comprehensive, Objective and Understandable services that will truly result in your children's Best Interests.

What is a Child Custody Evaluation?

• An objective assessment of the child's needs and each parent's ability to meet those needs

• Identifies strengths and weaknesses of both parents

• Includes parent interviews, children's interviews, observations of parent-child interactions, interviews with people outside the family and frequently includes visits to each parents home by the evaluator

• Focuses on a positive adjustment to the divorce

• Examines past events, identifies present resources and anticipates future needs of the family

• Has the "best interests" of the child as the main focus

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