Child Custody Attorney in Oakland, California

If your divorce or family law matter concerns your children, you have even more reason to contact a child custody attorney who has the experience, sensitivity, and the perseverance to represent you and your child’s interests.

Call (510) 451-4822 or  Contact Me for the best possible result for you and your children.

Child custody can often be the most difficult and profound issue when parties separate. The initial actions that are taken can have long-term consequences as to how the case proceeds and ultimately the welfare of your children.

If parents are unable to reach agreements regarding custody or time-share, the courts will make those decisions. Absent an emergency, before any judge will make a custody order, the parties must mediate their issues. This mediation is generally performed through county mediation services, although often the parties jointly stipulate to private mediators. In very difficult cases, the court may order a full custody evaluation; a rather lengthy, expensive, and intrusive process. On occasion, a special master or referee may be used to monitor a contentious custodial situation. This trained referee or master can then make recommendations to the court. On occasion, when appropriate, an attorney may be appointed for the minor child or children. In any event, an experienced attorney sensitive to the special issues around disputed custody is essential.

Michael A. Gardner, Attorney at Law, in Oakland, California, represents clients in need of family law advice throughout Contra Costa and Alameda counties, including communities such as Berkley, Walnut Creek, Hayward, Dublin, San Ramon, Albany, Danville, Castro Valley, and Concord.

Michael A. Gardner, Attorney at Law
One Kaiser Plaza, Suite 1465
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 451-4822
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