Seattle Child Custody Lawyers

Your child’s well-being is paramount as a parent. Even during troubling family moments, your priority should be mentally and physically protecting them. At Envision Family Law, our Seattle child custody attorneys understand how to defend children from the impact of family law issues. We have immense experience helping families in Washington state and the Seattle area resolve custody disputes and move forward. If you need more information, do not hesitate to reach out to our Seattle child custody lawyers at 888-211-7814 or through email.

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What Are The Different Types Of Custody In Washington State?

Parents may have differing ideas on how to share custody when searching for custody solutions. Fortunately, in Washington, there are many different custody options for parents to choose from, including:

• Sole custody: One parent will have custody rights and decision-making ability for the child.
• Joint custody: Both parents will equally share custody rights and will be able to make decisions together for their child.
• Split physical custody: Generally reserved for parents who do not live close to each other, this option lets parents spend longer but less frequent periods with their child.
• Legal custody: This gives one parent the authority to make significant decisions on behalf of their child.
• Physical custody: Parents with physical custody will be allowed to have the child live with them in their home.

While finding the right custody situation may be difficult, Seattle parents can rest easy knowing they have many options.

How Can You Win Custody From An Unfit Parent In Seattle?

As a parent, you undoubtedly want to know what is best for your child. Sometimes, this may mean battling with your ex-partner over custody rights. If you believe your ex is an unfit parent, it may be beneficial to begin gathering evidence, such as:

• The parent’s criminal record
• Police reports of abuse
• Home visit and inspection documentation
• Photographs of the parent’s abuse
• The child’s medical records
• Testimony from coaches, teachers and other relatives

These are only a few ways to prove your ex is not fit to care for your child. For further assistance in this endeavor, seeking legal support should be at the top of your mind.

What Should You Consider When Creating A Parenting Plan?

Custody schedules are not meant to work for every family. To build a residential schedule that meets your and your child’s needs, you should begin thinking about these factors:

• The child’s needs
• Extracurricular activities
• The child’s preferences
• The parent’s schedules
• Holiday vacations

Considering these factors allows parents to draft a custody plan that encompasses everyone’s needs and wants. Before finalizing your plan, it could be wise to share it with your Seattle child custody attorney.

Courts That Handle Child Custody Matters In King County

In King County, parents have two options to consider when determining where to file their child custody case. Based on where you and your spouse live, two King County courthouses, located in Seattle and Kent, handle child custody matters.

How Our 24/7 Legal Practice Benefits Parents

Seattle, Washington families needing around-the-clock support can contact us at Envision Family Law for attentive guidance. If you need legal help, please do not hesitate to contact our Seattle child custody lawyers at 888-211-7814 or by email.

Why Choose Envision Family Law For You Or Someone You Care About?

At Envision Family Law, we put significant resources into hiring top-notch, highly credentialed litigators who are dedicated and committed to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Our attorneys are thought leaders in the profession and when opposing lawyers don’t tell the truth, we call them out and hold them accountable.

Our lawyers have strong writing and oral advocacy skills. In a recent trial, our cross-examination prompted the judge to call “Timeout” and order opposing counsel to be more aggressive in their objections to better protect their own client.

We also make cutting-edge law. Our work advancing Committed Intimate Relationship (CIR) property rights (such as the case Redl v. Muridan) has been taught at the University of Washington School of Law. In another CIR case involving a woman who raised the children while her partner built their business, the court recognized the significant contributions she made to the relationship, awarding substantial compensation, sanctions for the opposing party’s concealment, and monthly child support.

With 30 years of experience in family law, Jason Benjamin has handled more than 1,000 child custody cases and regularly takes on complex, high-conflict matters involving emergency custody orders, domestic violence, restraining orders, mental health concerns, and substance abuse issues. Jason brings decades of courtroom experience to challenging family law disputes and is committed to protecting families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. He is known for taking decisive action, building strong legal strategies, and advocating aggressively when the stakes are highest.

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