North Carolina Board Certified Family Law Specialist
Jeff is a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law with over 28 years of experience. He focuses exclusively on family law and divorce, providing expert guidance through every step of the process. Certified as a Family Financial Mediator, Jeff has helped many clients reach fair resolutions during difficult separations. His peers also trust him as an arbitrator in complex family law cases. If you need an experienced attorney to navigate your family law issues, contact Jeff today for personalized support.
Marshall & Taylor PLLC
A divorce has enormous implications for your entire family. These changes are difficult for everyone, but it is often children who have the hardest time, as they don't always fully comprehend what is happening or why. Creating a child custody arrangement that takes into account what is best for everyone can be incredibly challenging, as each party's wants and needs can vary dramatically. Our Raleigh child custody attorneys understand the nuance of these fraught situations and can work with you to help you achieve the outcome that you believe is best for your family. This includes fighting for full custody, finding an even split, and anything in between.
Contact us to learn more about how we can help you secure custody, visitation, and child support, or how we can help you fight for modifications to existing agreements.
Our lawyers will help you determine the best course of action based on your specific circumstances
Our lawyers handle every aspect of your case, so you can focus on your life.
We have successfully helped many people achieve the outcome they wanted from their divorces.
In the event of a dispute, the court will consider the best interests of the child, as well as the wishes of each parent. The court might consider a history of abuse, the parenting abilities of each parent, and (if the child is old enough) the child’s wishes.
When a court grants custody to a parent, there are two types of custody to which the court could be referring. A parent that has legal custody of a child makes decisions about the child’s upbringing, regarding factors such as education, religion, and medical treatment. A parent or guardian with legal custody has the right to provide input into the child’s life.
However, guardians with legal custody do not necessarily have physical custody. The child lives with the parent or guardian that has physical custody. If you are seeking physical or legal custody, a lawyer can help you fight for your parental rights.
While it is hard to argue that a child will not benefit from the loving involvement of both parents, joint custody may not be proper for every situation. It is up to you and your spouse to determine if you can work together to raise the child and if the child will have a safe and stable environment to grow up in.
Certain circumstances make joint custody impossible or unwise. If so, we will fight tenaciously for you and your child to achieve the best possible outcome. Call one of our experienced Raleigh family law attorneys today to discuss your divorce and the ideal situation for your child. We are here to help you.
If you are struggling with getting custody of your children or any other family law matter, you need the help of a skilled, experienced lawyer. Troubles and problems involving those closest to you can be very draining. Fighting for the right to see your children can create stress that seeps into all areas of your life.
At Marshall & Taylor PLLC, our dedicated child custody lawyers have the knowledge, the integrity, and the work ethic you need to achieve a satisfactory outcome in your case. Call our Raleigh lawyers today at (919) 833-1040 to speak with a skilled legal professional about how we can help you.
If you are in a custody dispute, our lawyers can help you share your side of the story in court. We have the tenacity, experience, and dedication to fight aggressively for our clients’ best interests. Schedule a case evaluation with our firm today to learn more about your legal options.