Family Law Attorney Harrisburg PA - Child Custody [1]
Jurisdiction:
- Pennsylvania [3]
Area of Law:
Family Law Attorney Harrisburg PA - Child Custody
Obtaining or negotiating child custody can be a confusing, difficult process. Attorney Michael Hynum discusses the process and how to protect your children while working toward the best possible outcome. www.hynumlaw.com [6]
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
What Are Child Custody Laws in Pennsylvania? [7]
A Pennsylvania court may require parents to undergo counseling prior to awarding custody. The court may consider the advice of counselors in determining whether to award joint or sole custody. A court in Pennsylvania considers several factors in determining child custody. Check to learn more.
Pennsylvania Child Custody Laws & Grandparents' Visitation Rights [8]
In Pennsylvania, parents (and even grandparents, in certain circumstances) can work out a custody plan together, through their attorneys, or in mediation. If you and the other parent can’t agree to a parenting plan, then the court will have to set up the plan for you. Check to learn more.
Child Custody [9]
When making major decisions on behalf of the child, the non-custodial parent must be consulted if there is an order giving the parents shared legal custody of the child. There are two types of custody: Physical custody; Legal custody. Check to learn more.
Pennsylvania Child Custody [10]
Pennsylvania child custody laws protect the welfare of the child. The courts try to reduce the emotional impact of divorce on children. When parents want joint custody, they should present a parenting plan or agreement that describes this and submit it to court. Check to learn more.