Your Relationship With Your Children:
Nothing's More Important
Kevin Colwell — an Albany, New York, Family Law Attorney.
Whether you're married to your child's other parent or not, you'll face some tough realities when it comes time to set the terms regarding child custody and visitation. The law has a lot to say in the matter. And the attorney you choose can have a huge impact on how the judge evaluates your case.
Child Custody ● Child Visitation ● Parenting Time
Call 518.618.4719 or 866.726.2071 (Toll Free) or Contact Me Online
for a Free Initial Consultation.
In every decision regarding child custody, the court's number one priority is determining what's in the best interest of the child. So it follows that if you want child custody, you have to show why it's best for the child to live with you. Or why it's bad for the child to be with the other parent.
My name is Kevin Colwell, a lawyer with 10 years of experience — including public work as a prosecutor with the Columbia County Department of Social Services. I know what judges look for when determining what's best for the child. And I can help you present a strong case to show why your child should live with you.
If your case has to go to court, I'm ready to fight for you there. I am a tough litigator and can help you resolve issues involving:
- Sole child custody and joint custody
- Modifications in response to a change in circumstances
- Child support issues
- Violations or enforcement of the judge's visitation and/or custody order
- Supervised visitation or orders of protection in response to domestic violence
Negotiating a Joint Custody Arrangement
If you and your spouse are able to negotiate a settlement out of court, you should. It's less expensive and far less stressful. Plus, it's more likely to result in an outcome that both parents are happy with — like a joint custody arrangement where each parent gets to spend some time with the child. Don't put the child in the middle of the conflict. Let me guide you and advocate on your behalf.
But I understand that sometimes it isn't possible to agree. If you're going through a divorce, there might be bitter feelings and long-standing grudges that make it too difficult to compromise. This is especially true when it comes to issues like the child's religion, education and health care.
Find out more about my services during a free initial consultation. To schedule yours, call today at 518.618.4719 or 866.726.2071 (Toll Free) or just contact me by e-mail.
