Child Custody

Child custody lawyer in Manassas

Children often suffer as a result of divorce and child custody battles are not uncommon. If you have a child custody issue, seek the advice of a qualified child custody attorney who fights for your rights while keeping the child's best interests as the top priority.

Understanding Virginia child custody law

In Virginia, the courts make child custody decisions based on what is in the child's best interests if the parents cannot come to agreement on custody. The court considers several factors in its decision:

• The parent's age and physical and mental condition
• The child's age and physical and mental condition
• The child's needs
• The role each parent has played in the child's care up to this point
• The ability of each parent to support the child's relationship with the other parent
• The ability of each parent to maintain a close and caring relationship with the child
• The child's preference if the child is mature enough to articulate it
• Evidence of family abuse

After the judge signs the child custody order and it is filed with the court clerk, both parents must abide by it.

The skillful child custody lawyers at Irving & Irving know child custody law and can anticipate your situation's likely outcome. They will also zealously fight for your rights if the circumstances require that.

Irving & Irving can also help with:

• Enforcement
• Modifications
• Child visitation

Contact us at 703-659-2451 for help with divorce law or email us at info@irving-irving.com.