San Francisco Child Custody Lawyers

Child Custody & Visitation Attorneys in San Francisco

If you need help getting custody of your children, we can help you take the appropriate legal action.   In the past, favoritism towards the mother made it difficult for fathers to gain custody.  However, times have changed and more and more judges are extending custody rights to fathers.   As a father, you have every right to child custody, and there is no reason why you shouldn’t be given the opportunity to take part in raising and caring for your children.  We are here to help you do whatever is necessary to ensure you are granted custody—or at least visitation rights—of your children, so you can continue to be an active presence in their lives.

Child Custody Arrangements in California

There are two main types of custody: physical custody and legal custody.  Physical custody refers to which parent the child lives with.  In some cases, only one parent will be granted physical custody.  This is referred to as sole physical custody.  In other cases the judge will grant physical custody to both parents. This is referred to as joint physical custody.  The other type of custody is legal custody, which refers to which parent has the authority to make legal decisions on behalf of the child.   Similarly, legal custody can be shared or awarded solely to one parent.   

What is Visitation?

In the event that your children’s mother is awarded sole physical custody, you may still be able to obtain visitation rights to see your children.  Judges want both parents to be actively involved in their children’s lives, so as long as it’s in your children’s best interest, you will be granted visitation rights.  If you are awarded visitation, the judge will provide you with a visitation schedule, which will clearly state what days and times you are permitted to visit your children.  In some cases, a visitation schedule can give very strict guidelines that, if violated, can result in legal repercussions.  However, in other cases the visitation guidelines will be loose, giving the parents the opportunity to decide a visitation schedule that works for them.

Contact a San Francisco Child Custody & Visitation Attorney

If you are looking for a knowledgeable and skilled San Francisco child custody lawyer to handle your case, then look no further.   We have represented many fathers in San Francisco who were seeking child custody or visitation rights, and can do the same for you.  We are committed to working hard on your behalf, and taking whatever measures are necessary to ensure you are given the opportunity to continue raising and spending time with your children!

Contact a San Francisco Child Custody Lawyer today!