Delaware Child Custody Attorneys

Providing Support and Legal Guidance When Families Need it Most

Many issues lead to contention in divorce proceedings, including property division and child support. However, for many parents, the most divisive issue centers around child custody decisions.

If you are struggling to work out child custody issues, you should always have an attorney who will fight to protect your legal rights as well as those of your child. Our Delaware child custody lawyers have extensive experience helping parents work out custody arrangements that will be mutually beneficial to all parties,

We understand your fear and anxiety and the desire to ensure that you do not miss time with your children.

Contact our Delaware law offices today and ask to schedule a free initial consultation to learn more about our child custody legal services and what we can do to help.

What Types of Child Custody Arrangements are Available in Delaware?

In Delaware family courts, two primary child custody arrangements are available to parents: sole custody and joint custody. Under a sole custody arrangement, the custodial parent is primarily responsible for the child. Conversely, under a joint custody arrangement, both parents share responsibility for making decisions regarding the child’s well-being, including issues related to their education, religious upbringing, and healthcare.

Delaware family court judges favor joint custody arrangements, when possible, as this option allows both parents to participate actively in their child’s life. However, if a family court determines that joint custody is inappropriate, the judge may award sole custody to one parent.

Even though under a joint custody order, both parents share legal custody, one parent may be appointed to be the primary residential parent with whom the child will live most of the time while the other is deemed to be the noncustodial parent with visitation rights.

Finally, in certain circumstances, some parents are granted sole custody while the other parent is ordered to have supervised visitation with their children. Supervised visitation is usually ordered when there has been a history of drug abuse or domestic violence.

If you need further clarification on the state’s laws, contact our law office and ask to speak with a Delaware child custody lawyer who will gladly answer your questions.

How Do Delaware Courts Decide Child Custody Issues?

In some child custody cases, parents can work out custody and visitation issues and then submit the custody arrangement to the judge for final approval. If the court determines the arrangement is in the child’s best interest, the judge will likely approve the child custody arrangement.

However, regardless of the circumstances, Delaware courts have the final say on child custody and visitation issues. Many parents are unable to work together to create a child custody agreement, at which point the court will decide for them.

Some of the factors that family court judges review when deciding child custody issues include:

The child’s wishes, if it is determined, they have the maturity to understand the gravity of their decision
The child’s relationship with other family members
The child’s standing in the community, school, and other relationships
The interest each parent shows in their child
Each parent’s financial ability to properly care for the child
Each parent’s physical and mental health
Each parent’s willingness to communicate positively with one another
If necessary, assist with mediation or litigation to reach a favorable resolution
Review any criminal history, such as drug or child abuse or domestic violence.

If you have more questions about how Delaware courts determine child custody arrangements, contact our law offices to schedule a meeting so that we may answer your questions.

Why Do I Need to Hire a Delaware Child Custody Lawyer to Represent Me?

If you are having trouble resolving child custody issues with the other parent, you must hire a lawyer. Delaware child custody laws can quickly become complicated, and most parents want to resolve their legal issues so they can resume their lives.

Some of the most significant advantages of hiring a Delaware child custody lawyer include:

Child custody attorneys have an in-depth understanding of Delaware family law and child custody issues
An attorney will act as your legal advocate to facilitate communication with the other parent and the court
Having a child custody attorney can increase your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome
An attorney will protect your parental rights and assist you in resolving your legal issues as reasonably as possible

Abram, Gulab & Hutchison has skilled child custody attorneys who will work to negotiate a custody arrangement that is in your and your child’s best interests.

Can I Trust Abram, Gulab & Hutchison to Obtain a Favorable Outcome for My Child Custody Case?

Abram, Gulab & Hutchison is a law firm passionately committed to helping you and the other parent create a custody arrangement that will meet your needs. When you come to us for help, we will stand by your side throughout the entire legal process to ensure you are treated fairly.

Our compassionate legal team recognizes that you only want what is best for your child. One of the other benefits of hiring one of our child custody attorneys is they can provide you with an unbiased opinion regarding legal strategies that will suit your needs. One aspect that sets us apart from other family law attorneys is that we provide clients with honest evaluations, so they know what to expect during the legal process.

If you are trying to work out child custody with the other parent or are not sure of your legal rights, contact our Sussex County law offices immediately by calling 302-405-7010. We will gladly schedule a free, no-obligation consultation so that we may professionally evaluate your case and determine what legal strategies can provide you with favorable results.