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Custody Lawyer

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Child Custody Attorney

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Going through divorce is stressful enough and, when children are involved, the process can become especially complicated. At Warner Bates, our team genuinely cares about providing clients with the guidance they need to work through their child custody case as favorably as possible. Highly skilled in both negotiation and litigation, we are prepared to represent you if your case must be handled in the courtroom. Whether you and your former spouse are able to establish the terms of your child custody arrangement amicably, or your situation must be handled in front of a judge, you can be confident that your case will be in highly qualified hands when you turn to our firm for assistance.

How Is Custody Determined?

First and foremost, determining who will get custody is based on the best interests of the child. However, what is in the best interests of the child actually depends on a number of factors.

  • Environment
  • Parent-Child Relationships
  • Health of All Parties
  • Health & Developmental Adjustments
  • Child’s Living Pattern
  • Child’s Preference

You May Be Wondering...

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Questions

  • Is custody granted to only one parent?

    Answer

    Not always. It is actually common for courts to grant at least partial custody to both parents—also known as joint custody. While joint physical custody refers to the child spending a substantial amount of time with each parent, joint legal custody refers to the parents determining important decisions together, such as those involving medical, educational and religious matters.

  • Will I have to take my case to court?

    Answer

    It is not uncommon for a child custody case to need to be taken to court. When you work with our firm, we will try to help you reach an amicable resolution; however, this is not always possible. If you are unable to resolve your case peacefully, we are prepared to represent you in court, where we will ensure your rights and your child’s interests are protected.

  • Can anyone other than a parent obtain custody?

    Answer

    In some situations, parties other than the child’s parents may wish to obtain custody, such as grandparents, an aunt, uncle, or family friend. This may be referred to as non-parental or third-party custody, and is often closely related to obtaining guardianship the child.

  • Why do I need an attorney?

    Answer

    The family law system can be complicated, and child custody processes can be personal and emotional. You need a lawyer who will guide you through the family law system, ensure your process goes as smoothly as possible, and help you reach a solution that is tailored to meet you and your child’s unique needs.

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    Applying Our 40+ Years of Family Law Experience to Every Case

    At Warner Bates, we are proud to have earned the trust of families throughout the Atlanta area and across the United States. We have accomplished our goal of maintaining consistent excellence in service over the course of our 40+ years as a law practice by staying true to our core principles. Clients count on us, not just for our unmatched experience and legal acumen, but for our commitment to helping them face some of the most challenging times of their lives with dignity and respect.

    While our services cover the full spectrum of domestic relations matters, our specialty is representing clients in complex divorce cases and providing effective counsel for contested issues. Unlike most firms that handle divorce, we focus exclusively on domestic law.

    Around the country, Warner Bates is known for our experience and ability when it comes to handling high asset, complex, and difficult family law-related matters. Our depth of experience means we are highly successful in negotiation, and many of our clients' domestic cases are settled out of court. But when litigation is necessary, our skilled professionals are formidable in the courtroom.

    Our firm is widely respected by colleagues as well as clients. Our attorneys are recognized authorities on domestic relations and family law issues, noted speakers, authors, and leaders in the legal community. In fact, we wrote three books on divorce in Georgia. These three volumes are annually updated, and together they represent the source relied upon by judges and lawyers throughout the state.

What Sets Our Firm Apart?

Committed to Family Law Excellence for All

  • We’ve Been Serving Families for Over 40 Years

  • A Reputation for Integrity, Excellence & Results

  • Respectful of Our Clients' Confidentiality

  • Our Attorneys Wrote the Books on Divorce Law

  • Focusing Exclusively on Domestic Law Matters

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