Protecting Your Children's Best Interests
At the law firm of Barbara E. Hecht, P.C., we believe that children should be put first in any domestic proceeding. We put that belief into practice when helping both traditional and non-traditional couples in the divorce or dissolution process. Attorney Barbara E. Hecht has also been trained as a Guardian ad Litem and is often appointed by courts in both states to represent the best interests of children in these matters.
For common sense solutions, close to home ... and to take advantage of the more than 35 years of experience we have to offer — call or contact our firm today.
Child Custody Basics
Kansas and Missouri family courts encourage parents to work together for the best interests of the children. In both states, joint legal and joint physical custody are favored. This means that regardless of where the children's primary residence is, both parents will have an equal say on the major issues involved with raising the children to adulthood.
Both states also require parenting plans, even if you and your spouse or partner still intend to live under the same roof. Essentially, these are detailed schedules that account for every minute of each child's day and where or with whom it will be spent. Parenting plans even account for holidays and contingencies such as vacation or illness. In both states, a more equal amount of parenting time can reduce the amount of child support parents can expect to pay or receive.
Alternatives to Litigation
While it is not possible or appropriate to avoid litigation in every divorce or dissolution, children are much less likely to suffer long-term emotional or psychological harm when an out-of-court solution can be reached. Mediation and the collaborative law approaches to divorce and dissolution allow that to happen.
Attorney Barbara E. Hecht handles civil mediations and is qualified to practice collaborative law in both Kansas and Missouri. Our firm also offers limited scope representation and can represent you solely for the purposes of resolving child custody, visitation or support issues.
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Our firm also has extensive experience with child custody-related paternity cases, the unique custody-related issues faced by same-sex couples, step-parents and grandparents, and with post-divorce modifications as well.
Call or contact our lawyer for assistance with any child custody matter.
Offices in Overland Park and Olathe, Kansas,
and in the Missouri Cities of Kansas City and Sunrise Beach
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