Sacramento Child Custody and Visitation Attorney Melissa D. Cianci

Child custody and visitation can be among the most contentious aspects of a divorce. At the Law Office of Melissa D. Cianci, A Professional Corporation, we begin work immediately to get a temporary visitation arrangement in place, then strive to develop equitable long-term custody and visitation arrangements that will serve the children's best interests.

To schedule an intial consultation with a discounted fee about California child support, visitation, or a custodial agreement, contact Melissa Cianci today at (916) 797-1575.

Child Custody and Visitation Determinations in California

Most often, it is best to try to develop a custody and visitation agreement that is acceptable to all parties. A custodial agreement negotiated between the parents defines the rights and responsibilities of each parent concerning child custody and visitation and, when approved by the court, has the force of a court order.

A common misconception is that the courts give the most weight to the children's preference when determining which parent will have custody. While the court will take a child's opinion, if age-appropriate, into consideration, the court will not decide the matter based solely on the child's preference. The court may consider many factors including:

• Domicile (where the parents live)
• Location of the school the children currently attend
• Each parent's work schedule
• Substance abuse by a parent
• Physical abuse by a parent

Keep It Civil

As a California family law attorney, Melissa Cianci understands how a contentious divorce can affect children. She uses caring and compassion as well as her experience and legal knowledge when advising her clients who are involved in child custody and visitation disputes.

It is important to remember that you and your spouse need not come out of a divorce hating each other. Acting civilly to each other benefits your children. To schedule an initial consultation with a discounted fee about your child custody or visitation issues, contact Melissa Cianci today at (916) 797-1575.

Law Office of Melissa D. Cianci, A Professional Corporation

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Sacramento family law attorney Melissa D. Cianci represents clients throughout the greater Sacramento area and Northern California's Central Valley, in communities such as Sacramento, North Highlands, Roseville, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Granite Bay, Folsom, Antelope, Rocklin, Carmichael, Lodi, Galt, Auburn, Natomas, Fair Oaks, Lincoln, Newcastle, Loomis, and Penryn.

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