Irvine Child Custody Lawyer

Experienced Attorney for Child Custody and Visitation Matters

Serving Clients in Orange County - Riverside County - Los Angeles County

A child custody disagreement can be a difficult, emotional, and expensive experience. Our focus is on helping you navigate the California family legal system as quickly as possible while protecting your interests and those of your children. At the Law Offices of Melanie L. Oldham, in Irvine, we will help you develop a strategy for successful results. We are prepared to fight hard for you when your children's best interests are at stake. We will always endeavor to be as efficient as possible with money, time, and resources.

California Child Custody and Visitation Laws in a Divorce

In California, custody disputes often will involve dispute resolution instead of vigorous litigation at the outset, even though a trial may ultimately be the only solution. In addition to judges, a parent may have to deal with mediators, evaluators, and professional counselors who all are focusing on the needs of the children. Often, the emphasis of the courts changes over time.

To achieve the best possible results when determining child custody in a divorce, you need an attorney who keeps current on the law and is creative with choosing the best strategic direction, as well as compassionate with clients who are dealing with the most difficult of domestic issues.

Modifying Child Custody and Visitation Orders

As time goes by, the child custody and visitation or parenting agreement may no longer suit your needs or circumstances. It may be possible to modify an existing court order if there has been a substantial change in circumstances.

Modification is an often under-used tool that helps parents change their situations to better suit the best interests of their children. If you believe that the best interests of your child would be served by modification, talk with us about your options.

Contact the Law Offices of Melanie L. Oldham

Contact us by calling 949-622-5522 for a consultation with a lawyer. Off-site, evening and weekend appointments are available for our clients' convenience. We accept all major credit cards.