Child Custody Attorney in Westport, CT

Child Custody Overview

When parents divorce, determining who gets custody of the children is often the most difficult decision. At the law office of Richard H. Raphael in Westport, Connecticut, I help parents write parenting plans and create custody arrangements that work. I have more than 30 years of experience with family law, including divorce, custody and child support.

In Connecticut, custody is granted as legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody gives a parent the right to make health, education and welfare decisions about the child. Parents may be given sole or joint legal custody. Physical custody determines where the child will live. It may be granted as sole, joint or shared custody.

Custody orders may be modified if the circumstances or needs of the family change. For example, if the health of a parent or child changes, the custody arrangements may need to be modified. Additional reasons people modify custody orders include relocation, financial needs, remarriage or the fitness of a parent. I represent parents seeking or contesting custody modifications.

I can assist you with any custody or child support needs. Please call my office at 203-349-8628 to schedule an appointment with a Connecticut child custody lawyer. Your initial consultation is free.

Areas of Practice

• Child Custody