Grant, AL Custody Lawyer

The good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. Word Family Law Group’s experienced Grant custody lawyer can guide you through the steps of custody with compassion and knowledge. Call now to request a consultation and discover your options. 

What’s Involved in the Custody Process?

In Alabama, there are two types of custody: legal and physical. Legal custody refers to the parent responsible for making important decisions about their children’s healthcare, education, religion, and more. Physical custody refers to the parent with whom the children will primarily reside.

Alabama’s family courts prefer joint custody whenever possible, unless there are extenuating circumstances, such as one parent having a history of domestic violence, substance abuse, or neglect. In such cases, sole custody may be granted.

However, if this is not the case and you and your co-parent just don’t get along, we encourage you to reconsider asking for sole custody unless it is absolutely necessary. Think about your children. What kind of relationship do you want them to have with their other parent, and how will limiting that relationship affect them? We understand that collaborating with your co-parent can be difficult, but in the end, it will benefit your kids.

How Our Grant Custody Lawyer Can Help You

At Word Family Law Group, we strive to minimize the legal and emotional implications that divorce and custody matters can have on your and your children’s lives. We’ve been doing this long enough to understand how deeply a divorce can affect children, which is why we prioritize their well-being above all when creating a custody arrangement. We won’t push our own agenda or ideas but rather support what you think is best for your family.

We know that your kids are the most important people in your life, so it’s difficult to envision a future where you might spend less time with them. Even if you and your co-parent started on amicable terms, emotions may stir and tensions may rise, making it difficult to think clearly. We will encourage you to separate your emotions from the facts of your case so that you can make level-headed and informed decisions regarding your custody situation. 

We will also encourage you to pursue mediation, as it’s less expensive, less stressful, and less time-consuming. However, if this collaborative process isn’t right for you, we are willing and able to fight for you in court.

In addition to legal guidance, we can help you with:

• Gathering, organizing, and filing important paperwork
• Creating child support arrangements
• Negotiating with your co-parent’s attorney
• Representing you in court
• Advocating for the best interests of your child
• And more

How Word Family Law Group Can Help You

At Word Family Law Group, our lead Grant custody attorney, Christopher P. Word, has 15+ years of experience guiding families through the intricate process of custody. His compassion, knowledge, and experience can make the difference between reaching your ideal outcome and facing unnecessary complications. 

Whether you and your co-parent are prepared to negotiate the terms of custody, or you’re dealing with someone who is uncooperative and intent on making matters as difficult as possible, Word Family Law Group is here to help you reach the best possible resolution for your family. 

Call now to schedule a free consultation and discover your next steps.