Boise, Idaho, Child Custody and Visitation Lawyer
We Stand Our Ground When Protecting Your Rights
If you are a party to a divorce and have minor children, you want to ensure that the child custody and visitation arrangements are in the best interests of the children while allowing you to maintain an active and healthy relationship with them. You want an attorney who thoroughly understands the laws governing custody and visitation, who will help you identify your options, and who will give you a straightforward assessment of the prospective outcome.
At the offices of Derek A. Pica, PLLC, in Boise, we have over 20 years of experience representing men and women throughout Idaho in all matters related to divorce, including child custody and visitation. We'll help you focus on the bottom line with a no-nonsense approach that centers on what you need to hear to make informed decisions as to all legal matters you encounter. Contact our offices for a complimentary phone consultation.
In child custody and visitation disputes, the court frequently requires that the parties go through mediation. In mediation, a neutral third party works with you and your former spouse to identify common ground, helping you come to an agreement on custody and visitation arrangements. The mediator will not render an opinion, but will encourage you to resolve your differences amicably, as this is usually in the best interests of your children.
If you are ordered to mediate a child custody or visitation matter, we will work closely with you to help you prepare for the proceeding. We will educate you on what you can expect and help you clearly identify your goals. We will also advise you whether it is in your best interests to enter into an agreement proposed during mediation.
When you are evaluating proposed child custody and visitation arrangements, we will use our experience to make certain that you take all factors into account, including holidays, vacations, the distance between homes and the impact of visitation on the children's lives. We often work with clients who live a long distance from children and ex-spouses and have experience developing creative solutions to custody and visitation challenges, including determining whether joint custody is appropriate.
For an attorney who will provide you with straight answers to your questions about child custody and visitation, contact the offices of Derek A. Pica, PLLC, in Boise, for a free phone consultation. We accept all major credit cards.
