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Child custody concerns can affect your relationship with your children and your family’s future. Our Beloit child custody lawyers help Wisconsin parents understand their options and pursue practical solutions that protect what matters most.
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Understanding Child Custody and Placement in Wisconsin

Wisconsin family law distinguishes between legal custody and physical placement. Legal custody is the right of a parent to make major decisions about a child, such as decisions about education, health care, and other important matters. Physical placement determines when a child will live with or be cared for by each parent. Legal custody can be shared with unequal physical placement by parents. When parents cannot agree on a custody arrangement, the court will consider the circumstances of the family and make a determination of what is in the best interests of the child.

Factors Considered In Custody Cases By Wisconsin Courts

There is no one custody arrangement that fits every family. Wisconsin courts might look at things like how each parent relates to the child, what the child needs developmentally and educationally, how much time each parent has spent taking care of the child, how well the parents can talk and work together, and how the child is adjusting to home, school, and the community. Safety concerns and evidence of abuse can also have a significant effect on a custody or placement decision. So whether you are drawing up a parenting arrangement for the first time or are in dispute over an existing order, understanding how these factors may apply to your family can help you make informed decisions.

How a Beloit Child Custody Attorney Can Help

Disagreements over custody can become stressful very quickly when parents disagree about schedules, decision-making authority, relocation or changes to existing arrangements. At O’Flaherty Law, we partner with Beloit parents and the surrounding communities to understand what is most important to you and create a plan that works for you. We can help with negotiated parenting agreements, mediation, contested custody and placement issues, modifications and enforcement issues. Our goal is to communicate clearly throughout the process as we work toward an outcome that protects your parental rights and supports the long-term well-being of your child.

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(608) 466-2799
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The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.

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645 3rd St.

Ste. 53

Beloit, WI 53511

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Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
Closed
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team.  Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys.  Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us.  They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates.  We are here to help!

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FAQs

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Can my child choose which parent to live with in Wisconsin?
Can I change an existing custody or placement order in Beloit?
What can I do if the other parent is not following the placement schedule?
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