Experienced Assistance With Your Child Custody Issues
Child custody issues arise when parents decide to divorce, unmarried parents seek visitation or custody of a child, or one parent interferes with the other's ability to meaningfully be a part of a child's life.
Regardless of what causes the custody issue, it is often hardest on the children involved. Finding an experienced attorney to handle custody disputes is key to minimizing the stress to yourself and more importantly, to your children.
At the Law Offices of Nicholas Richardson, P.C., in Palatine, Illinois, we tailor our representation to your needs and provide effective strategies for amicably resolving your child custody issues.
Call 847.423.8785 (toll free: 866.604.3763) or contact us online to find out how an experienced divorce lawyer can help you with your child custody needs. We offer flexible appointments and off-site meetings are available.
The Process
We understand every situation is different. Some situations can be dealt with entirely through a mediated discussion to collaboration with the other side; others call for litigation. We will first look toward mediation and negotiating with the other side to create a parenting plan that addresses your issues; if that is ineffective, litigation and court intervention may be necessary. Mediation or collaboration can be less expensive, faster than a drawn-out legal battle. However, if mediation or collaboration does not work or is not appropriate for your situation, we will represent you in court.
Our Approach
We take an honest, matter-of-fact approach to all of our cases. We think it is important to be truthful with you. This means that if your goals seem unattainable, we will tell you. This also means that we will be upfront with you about the costs of representation. At all times, we are working with you to find create a custody arrangement that will meet your goals as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.
We assist with many child custody issues including:
- Child custody orders: including modification and enforcement. If one party is unable to follow an existing agreement, or children grow older and their needs change, or a parent's financial circumstances change, we can help.
- Orders for protection: if you feel your child is in danger, we can file for an order of protection on behalf of your child.
- Adoption: including relative, stepparent, and grandparent adoptions.
Contact Us
Call our office at 847.423.8785 (toll free: 866.604.3763) or contact us online to speak with a lawyer about your child custody needs. We are located in the Harris Bank Building. We offer pressure free initial consultations and evenings and weekend appointments are available by request. Credit cards accepted.
