Child Custody & Support

Charlotte, NC Child Custody and Support Attorneys

Child custody and support are often the most contentious issues raised in a divorce proceeding . Issues that influence custody and support determinations involve deeply personal issues, such as economic stability, parental fitness, and the child's preference (in some instances).

Family courts typically award custody as legal, physical, or both, depending on the jurisdiction and the circumstances of each case. Legal custody gives the parent the ability to make decisions on how to raise the child in education, religion, and disciplinary matters. Physical custody simply determines where the child lives. Most often, either the parties or a family court judge will find a compromise and create a joint custody arrangement that is in the child's best interest.

North Carolina family courts use the "best interest of the child" standard when determining child custody and support. The "best interest" standard is a subjective measurement that changes depending on the unique circumstances of the case.

The Charlotte based family lawyers at Troy & Watson  understand the family law system and know how to make it work for you. We will work with the other side in an effort to reach a compromise and avoid unnecessary court proceedings. If going to court becomes unavoidable, we will protect your legal rights to the fullest extent of the law.

Particularly in child custody and support matters, the individual facts of each case will play a significant role in determining the outcome. Whether negotiating visitation as part of a divorce, modifying custody and child support after a divorce, or providing assistance to parents in need of emergency child custody orders , our attorneys can assist in all areas of child custody and support.

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Troy & Watson, P.A., offers high-quality legal services in and around Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, in communities including Charlotte, Mooresville, Huntersville, Pineville, and Lake Norman. Our firm also draws many clients from Iredell, Union, and Cabarrus counties.