Knowledgeable Custody And Visitation Attorneys
As a mother-daughter-led team, our attorneys truly understand the importance of the relationship between parent and child. Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience advocating for parents in Louisiana; as a result, we have built a strong reputation in the legal community. We are ready to spend the time necessary to get to know the needs of our clients and to educate them on the legal process they are involved in. The law firm of Salley & Salley, LLC, is here to help.
Create A Parenting Plan That Meets Your Child’s Needs — And Yours
Child custody and visitation rights are delicate matters. We can assist you whether you are going through a divorce, you are initiating custody proceedings, or you wish to modify an existing visitation or custody order. When possible, a child should have a loving and supportive relationship with each parent. A child’s home environment should be safe, stable and consistent. Whether you are the mother or the father, it is important to remember to keep the best interest of the child as your priority. Discuss your questions or concerns with a knowledgeable custody and visitation attorney. As a parent, educate yourself on the legal remedies available to you.
The focus of our firm is family law. Because our practice has always been centered on family law, we have gained an intimate knowledge of the local family court systems. This commitment to concentrate specifically on family law also continues to expand our extensive knowledge, expertise and experience, all to the benefit of our clients.
Our firm includes a board-certified family law specialist, certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. This is a title bestowed upon a select few lawyers who adhere to stringent qualifications regarding excellence and experience. It is one example of how we have dedicated our careers to helping families with all their legal needs.
How Is Child Custody Determined In Louisiana?
In any custody case, the best interests of the child or children are the most important factor. In general, Louisiana courts presume that joint custody is a child’s best interest since that keeps both parents more or less equally involved in their lives.
A parent can, however, challenge this presumption. They may be able to convince the court that joint legal or physical custody will not best serve the child’s needs when there are issues involved, such as parental drug or alcohol addiction, a history of child neglect or abuse, or a high-conflict situation.
Our attorneys at Salley & Salley, LLC, can help parents prepare their case for their child’s best interests before a custody hearing.
What Is The Difference Between Physical And Legal Custody?
Child custody is split into physical and legal custody. Physical custody is where a child lives. Parents could split physical custody by creating a custody schedule and having designated days when each parent is responsible for their child’s needs. Legal custody is a parent’s right to decide how their children should be raised, such as their education or medical needs.
What Types Of Visitation Arrangements Are Available?
If a parent does not have custody of their child, they may still be given visitation time. This parent can have a set day and time where they can spend time with their child. In some cases, a parent can visit their child without supervision, but many parents are required to have supervised visitation. Parents can also have virtual visitation if travel is difficult. Our attorneys can help parents arrange visitation.
Let Us Help You
If you need to establish custody or visitation, or would like a modification of a current custody order, you can rely on Salley & Salley, LLC, for quality legal assistance. Contact us today to arrange for your confidential consultation with one of our experienced child custody attorneys at 504-323-7114 or by email.
Sandra Salley and Laurel Salley have each been separately recognized for inclusion in the Super Lawyers list as top attorneys in Louisiana. Our firm has also received an A+ rating from the Greater New Orleans Area Better Business Bureau.