Visitation

Germantown Divorce Attorneys

Visitation rights pursuant to a divorce is the legal right granted by the courts for a parent (and in some cases a grandparent) to spend time with and co-parent his or her child. In cases where custody of a child or children are placed with one of the parents, called the custodial parent, the other parent is generally granted visitation rights by the courts. If you are a parent in Germantown, West Bend, Sister Bay, or elsewhere in Washington County, Wisconsin, and you have an issue concerning visitation as either a custodial or non-custodial parent, it is highly recommended that you seek the capable legal counsel of a Germantown divorce attorney at the firm as soon as possible. As family law attorneys, the legal staff at the firm has the experience and legal abilities you need to help you resolve any visitation matter. The firm offers mediation services and can assist you in negotiations in this area.

Visitation matters may involve one spouse refusing to allow visitation rights to the other, a need to restructure or change visitation schedules through the courts, or any other concern involving a parent's rights or behavior in maintaining an ongoing relationship with a child. Courts determine child custody and visitation issues based on what is in the best interests of the child. Most courts favor encouraging a continuing and meaningful relationship with both parents for the child following a divorce. This means that parents will have to work together in a reasonable manner to ensure that visitation rights and schedules are maintained. Changes can occur, however, in the lives of both parents and children which necessitate changes or modifications. In some cases, a non-custodial parent may remarry, be required to relocate, or face other circumstances which can impact his or her visitation, such as job losses, illness, personal injury, or other situations.

In any matter involving visitation to be worked out for a pending divorce or in a post-divorce situation, it is best to consult with a Germantown divorce lawyer at the firm to be apprised of your legal rights and get the guidance you need in effectively resolving the matter.    

Need legal help with a visitation matter? Contact a Germantown Divorce Attorney at the firm today.