Going through divorce is stressful enough and, when children are involved, the process can become especially complicated. At Sturdivant & Associates, LLLC, 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.
Compassionate & Experienced
Custody Lawyer
At Sturdivant & Associates, LLLC, we know that there is nothing more important than preserving the relationships you have built with your children.
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Experienced
With plenty of experience handling countless child custody cases, we know what it takes to ensure your process goes as smoothly as possible.
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Skilled
Seasoned and skilled in negotiation and litigation, we can represent you whether your custody case must be resolved in or out of the courtroom.
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Passionate
We genuinely care about our clients and are passionate about doing all we can to ensure the interests of you and your children are protected.
Child Custody Attorney
Our Mission Is to Protect What Matters Most: (808) 202-2729
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.
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Environment
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Parent-Child Relationships
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Health of All Parties
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Health & Developmental Adjustments
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Child’s Living Pattern
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Child’s Preference
You May Be Wondering...
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is custody granted to only one parent?
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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.
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Will I have to take my case to court?
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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.
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Can anyone other than a parent obtain custody?
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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.
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Why do I need an attorney?
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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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Justin L. Sturdivant
Founding Attorney
Mr. Sturdivant graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Psychology. Following graduation, he moved to Honolulu where he obtained his Juris Doctorate from the University of Hawaii in 2005. Since then, he has focused his practice on family law matters, gaining a well-rounded understanding of different types of cases so that he can assist his clients with any type of family-related legal issue.
The Most Qualified Family Lawyers for Your Case
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Practicing Family Law Exclusively
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Delivering Top-Quality Representation
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Former General Civil Litigator & Mediator
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Past Experience as a Custody Evaluator & Guardian ad Litem
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Free Case Evaluations Provided
Client Testimonials
Your Case Is in Good Hands
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“He not only gave me a fair and equitable retainer fee, he got the results I was looking for.”
Greg
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“I felt like he was straight with me, both good and bad, unlike other lawyers I've met with.”
Johnny
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“Did a great job of being a friend as well as attorney.”
Salvatore