When children are involved in a divorce, establishing visitation rights can be a central and heated point of contention. Feelings of anger, distrust, and confusion can complicate dispute resolution, making it difficult to know what you are supposed to do. However, you do not have to go through this process alone and at Sturdivant & Associates, LLLC, we are here to help. Backed by years of experience, we know the law, we know the courts, and we can help you understand your legal options. Whether you are currently working through a divorce or you need to modify an existing agreement, our team can be a guiding voice in your corner every step of the way. It is our goal to find legal solutions that are in your family’s best interest so that you may begin the next chapter of your life as soon as possible.
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Our team truly cares about each person who walks through our doors and we are passionate about securing your visitation rights.
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With substantial experience helping clients through the toughest visitation cases, there is no situation that is too complex for us to handle.
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How Is Visitation Determined?
A judge will make decisions regarding visitation rights based on what is in the best interests of the child. Typically, this means that parental preferences and opinions are trumped by the situations that prioritize the child’s care. The best interest of a child can be influenced by numerous factors.
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Health-Related Needs
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Parent-Child Relationship
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Financial Capabilities
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The Age of the Child
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Ability to Provide Care
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Parental Environment
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Is Supervised Visitation?
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Visitation agreements can come in many forms and supervised visitation is one such variant. Here, a judge may award the non-custodial parent time with the child; however, the parent cannot do so alone. These agreements may also specify conditions such as the duration and location of such visits.
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Can a Grandparent Be Granted Visitation?
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Yes. However, the situations where a judge may grant one or more grandparents visitation rights can be highly specific. As with most cases involving child custody and visitation, a judge will make decisions based on what is in the best interest of the child.
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Can I Modify an Existing Agreement?
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While it can be difficult to change an agreement, it may be possible to secure a modification. Typically, a judge will grant a modification only if it can be shown that a substantial change in circumstances has occurred since the original order was issued. If you would like to learn more about your specific situation, get in touch with our legal team today.
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Should I Hire an Attorney?
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An agreement regarding visitation can affect your family for years to come. With so much on the line, you can’t afford to leave anything to chance. Experienced legal advocates like those at our firm, can help you protect your interests every step of the way. Call us today and discover how we can help.
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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.
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