Parents who are going through a divorce must consider child custody as the most pertinent question in their dispute. It can also be very emotional and contentious. Child custody attorney Brea Mr. Eric M Nakasu, is by your side to ensure that you and your children are properly taken care of throughout the process and long after.

The question of child custody in California is determined by what the courts consider to be in the child's best interests.

Factors Influencing the 'Best Interests of the Child'

The family law judge will consider all relevant factors and consider some additional ones before determining custody. The judge will consider the following elements:

●    Which parent is more likely to encourage frequent and meaningful contact of the child with the other parent;

●    Present or past risk of abuse or neglect of the child;

●    Duties performed by each parent;

●    Stability and continuity of the child's education, community, and family life;

●    The child's sibling relationships;

●    The child's preference (taking his/her maturity and judgment into account);

●    Whether one parent tries to alienate the child from the other parent;

●    The relationship each parent shares with the child;

●    Each parent's ability to care for the child;

●    The conflict between the parents and their willingness to resolve it for the benefit of the child;

●    Any history of drug or substance abuse of either parent;

If the parents are unable to come to a conclusion regarding child custody, our child custody attorney Brea can focus on the relevant factors and represent you in court to ensure that the judge understands your position.

With extensive experience, we know how to prepare a strong case to demonstrate what's exactly in your child's best interests. Call (714) 916-9800 for a free consultation.