Navigating Visitation Rights in Suffolk County: Your Comprehensive Guide
Divorce can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to issues like child visitation. At Zimmer, Mathiesen & Associates, we understand the complexities that can arise during and after divorce proceedings. Our team of experienced and compassionate attorneys is here to assist you every step of the way, ensuring that you understand your rights, particularly regarding visitation with your children.
Understanding Visitation Rights
Even if one parent is granted sole custody in a divorce, the other parent retains the right to visit their children. Joint legal custody scenarios may also involve visitation rights, where one parent has residential custody, and the other seeks visitation. Our family law attorneys specialize in navigating these situations, striving to secure the maximum visitation rights for our clients.
Unmarried Parents and Visitation
Visitation issues can also surface between unmarried parents, especially when one parent has sole or residential custody. It’s important to note that other family members, such as grandparents, may also seek visitation rights under certain circumstances. Seeking or modifying visitation rights typically involves filing a petition in family court, a process best approached with legal guidance.
Expert Insight into Visitation Law
In New York, the court prioritizes the best interests of the child when determining visitation arrangements. Various factors come into play, including the primary caregiver, mental and physical health of family members, parenting skills, historical stability, parental cooperation, work schedules, childcare arrangements, and the child’s desires if deemed appropriate.
Enforcement of Visitation Rights
Custodial parents are legally obligated to comply with visitation orders issued by the court. If you’re facing challenges enforcing your visitation rights, our team can assist in filing an enforcement petition with family court. Legal intervention may result in adjustments to the visitation schedule and potential sanctions for non-compliance.
Seeking Legal Support
If you’ve been denied visitation rights by your former partner, prompt legal action is essential. Our attorneys specialize in handling such matters and will explore all available options to ensure you receive the time you deserve with your child.
RECEIVE A FREE CONSULTATION BY A LEADING EXPERT
Navigating visitation rights in Suffolk County can be complex, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Zimmer, Mathiesen & Associates, our seasoned attorneys are committed to protecting your parental rights and fostering meaningful parent-child relationships. Contact us today to schedule a FREE consultation and embark on the path toward securing your visitation rights.
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