Child custody attorney Lawyer in Raleigh, NC

Child custody attorney Overview

In a North Carolina contested child custody case, tensions often run high. That's why the process for determining child custody, visitation and parenting agreements involves mandatory mediation. The court will require parties to attend mediation unless there is severe hardship or emotional concerns such as a showing of physical or emotional abuse by one party.

Whether your child custody matter is contested or uncontested, a knowledgeable North Carolina child custody attorney can help. A lawyer will advocate for your best interests and your child's best interests in mediation, negotiation or at trial. At Roberts Law Group, PLLC, our child custody and divorce lawyers handle only a limited number of family law cases to allow us to provide personalized attention to each client.

North Carolina Child Custody Issues

In many cases, child custody is the most contested issue that must be resolved in separation or divorce. A North Carolina family law court may award joint or shared custody between parents if the decision is in the best interests of the child. If necessary and if it is in the best interests of the child, the court may also award sole custody to one parent.

The court can also request that the parties work out a parenting agreement, which is a written agreement from mediation that is accepted by the court as a final child custody court order. The parenting agreement is meant to describe custody rights and visitation hours.

It's common that child custody cases involve other complex legal issues and interests such as fathers' rights, grandparents' rights and child custody modifications due to changed circumstances. 

Contact Skilled North Carolina Child Custody Attorneys

With offices in both Raleigh and Wilmington, the attorneys at Roberts Law Group, PLLC, are conveniently located to handle child custody cases throughout North Carolina. For skilled family law advocacy, contact our North Carolina lawyers by calling 800-760-9071 to schedule your initial consultation today.

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