Pennsylvania Child Custody Attorney
With over 10 years of experience serving clients, family lawyer Victoria Bentley truly understands the sensitive issues that arise within child custody disputes. Our law office works to resolve custody determinations effectively--and as amicably as possible--so that our client and their children are able to move forward. Contact our Pennsylvania child custody lawyer to schedule a free initial consultation to learn how we can help.
Pennsylvania Child Custody Laws
The goal in child custody disputes is to attain a solution that is in the best interests of the child. There are multiple options that may serve this interest. Custody is determined in the form of legal custody and physical custody.
Legal Custody: Legal custody refers to the ability to make major decisions involving the child, such as those involving medical care, education, and religious upbringing. Often parents share legal custody.
Physical Custody: Physical custody essentially refers to where the child will reside and sleep. Physical custody may be determined as sole, primary, partial, or shared custody, depending on how time with the children is allocated. Generally custody agreements and court orders provide for some form of physical custody.
Resolving Custody Disputes
A divorce, child custody dispute, or other family law issue can be very difficult on each party involved. The sleeplessness and other stress related to custody uncertainty can take a toll on an entire family. Our family law office believes the most effective methods to resolve family disputes and custody decisions are through cooperative negotiations or mediation. If this is not possible due to circumstances between the parties, we promise tough and effective courtroom skills to settle your case.
Depending on the county, you may be required to submit to at least one mediation session before appearing before the court to make a decision for you.
Additional Custody and Visitation Rights Services
- Grandparents rights to custody or visitation
- Child support
- Child custody enforcements and modifications
Contact Us
If you are involved in a custody dispute, you can rest assured that Bentley Law Offices, P.C. will treat you with respect and dignity while also being compassionate and sensitive to your concerns and needs. Contact our child custody attorney for a free initial consultation.
