Bloomfield Hills Child Custody Lawyer

Representing Parents in Child Custody Cases in Bloomfield Hills

When you are getting divorced, and you have children with your spouse, child custody will be a necessary aspect of the case. Child custody matters can also arise between parents who were never married, including in paternity cases. Custody cases are often stressful, as the outcome can affect your future and your relationship with your children for years to come. There is too much at stake in this type of family case to try to handle the matter on your own. Instead, you should consult with a Bloomfield Hills child custody lawyer as soon as possible.  

The law firm of Robbins & Licavoli, PLLC, knows how important relationships with your children can be. You also want to protect their well-being and ensure they are in a healthy and safe environment. If you are facing a child custody determination or modification, consult with a member of our team. 

Child Custody in Michigan

The Michigan Child Custody Act of 1970 governs child custody issues within our state. Michigan law requires that all custody cases are decided based on what is in the best interests of the child. When making decisions in line with the “best interests” standard, courts should consider the following factors: 

• The affection, emotional ties, and relationships between the child and each parent
• The child’s current environment and the desire to continue such stability
• The moral fitness of each parent
• The ability and willingness of each parent to properly care for the child in a meaningful and healthy manner
• Any other factors relevant to the situation

Every custody case is focused on the well-being of the child instead of the parents.  

There are two different aspects of child custody in Michigan – physical custody and legal custody. Physical custody refers to the amount of time each parent gets to spend with the child. One parent may be the primary custodial parent while the other has visitation rights, or parents may share physical custody fairly evenly. Legal custody refers to the right to make important decisions for the child, and it is generally shared unless the circumstances warrant otherwise.

Custody Determinations 

Some parents can agree on how to share custody, and they are willing to encourage relationships between their child and the other parent. If the court agrees that the parents’ custody arrangement is in the best interests of the child, the judge can move forward using that agreement.  

If parents cannot agree on how to share custody, the judge will need to make this determination. You should have a skilled child custody attorney protecting your parental rights in court should your case go to trial. 

Consult with a Bloomfield Hills Child Custody Lawyer Right Away

It is often preferable to reach your own out-of-court custody agreement, and our Bloomfield Hills child custody attorneys can help. In some situations, such as those involving possible domestic abuse, it might be necessary to go to court, and Robbins & Licavoli, PLLC, can protect the rights of you and your children. Contact us today for more information.