Protecting Our Clients, Protecting Their Children
When parents separate, child custody is often one of the central conflicts. Most parents going through divorce will seek either sole custody or joint custody, and Texas courts no longer automatically grant child custody to the mother — meaning that child custody is often a point requiring compromise and negotiation.
Our lawyers have been serving people in Collin County for more than 40 years. During this time, we have handled a wide range of family law matters — including many disputes over child custody. With our experience, we understand the potentially serious, long-term effects theses disputes can have on your children.
We also help with complex issues such as:
- Fathers’ rights
- Grandparent custody
- How to prepare for a child custody battle
- Relocation and modifications
- Same-sex child custody
Just Solutions to Custody Problems
At the Shapiro Law Firm in Plano, Texas, our family law attorneys are dedicated to helping our clients secure child custody, visitation rights and parenting time. We are talented negotiators and skilled advocates and can effectively resolve your disputes over child custody matters, addressing both physical custody and legal custody concerns.
When you come to our law firm, we will work diligently to protect your rights as a parent. At all times, however, we will maintain a focus on the best interests of your child. We’ll make sure that you are considering the effect that your decisions may have on your child. We have experience working with mediators and through the courts to resolve custody matters in a manner that protects the interests of your children.
Regardless of which parent receives physical custody of a child, the noncustodial parent is generally granted visitation rights, also known as parenting time. This time is meant to ensure that both custodial and noncustodial parents can maintain a healthy relationship with the child.
Contact the Shapiro Law Firm
Contact us today and speak with one of our attorneys. Call our office at 972-833-8196 to schedule an initial consultation.
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