Irvine Child Custody Lawyer

Orange County Legal Guardian Attorney

Attorney Karen H. Beckman understands that the issues clients bring to her office involving child custody are often the nearest and dearest issues to their hearts. She believes it is her job to be honest and compassionate toward clients. She also believes it is her job to aggressively represent her clients’ interests. Clients of The Law Office of Karen H. Beckman appreciate this approach during divorce proceedings concerning child custody arrangements.

Would you like to speak with a lawyer about child custody and child visitation? Contact The Law Office of Karen H. Beckman to arrange a consultation in her Orange or Irvine, California, office.

Encouraging Time with Both Parents

The court system generally encourages frequent and continuing contact with both parents. However, issues such as drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, and physical abuse can alter the court’s decisions. Child custody arrangements can include joint custody or sole custody. Physical custody of the children will involve where the children live. Legal custody refers to decisions that are made about the children’s lives including school, health care, religion, and other issues. The non-custodial and custodial parent can both be granted legal guardianship of the children.

The firm generally encourages clients to work out child custody arrangements on their own terms, with the attorneys facilitating the process. However, if the parties are unable to agree with the child custody arrangements, the court will order mediation. In mediation, the parents will work toward a parenting agreement. The firm has found that the best results often come from a fully involved client. Being proactive in the process can ensure your needs and interests are fully represented.

Contact The Law Office of Karen H. Beckman to arrange a consultation.