ODDENINO & GAULE

Child Custody & Visitation

Child Custody and Visitation Lawyers in Arcadia, California

Experienced Counsel for Pasadena and Los Angeles County

In a divorce, some of the most emotionally charged issues to be resolved center on child custody and visitation. Though both parents generally want what is in the best interests of the child, they also want an opportunity to play a meaningful role in the lives of their children. An experienced attorney can help parties establish and implement solutions that give priority to the needs of the children while protecting the rights of the parents.

At the law office of Oddenino & Gaule, in Arcadia, our attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience handling child custody and visitation matters for men and women throughout Los Angeles County and the surrounding communities. Contact us to schedule a confidential consultation.

Attorney Michael L. Oddenino, a partner in our firm, is the author of Putting Kids First: Walking Away From a Marriage Without Walking Over the Kids, which guides divorcing parents who face custody and visitation decisions. We have extensive experience handling the big issues in custody battles, including:

• Parental alienation: Where one parent is attempting to undermine the child's relationship with the other, it can be a very stressful experience. We have represented both sides in situations where abuse or neglect is alleged or concerns about the ability to effectively parent are raised.
• Relocation: Where one parent wishes to move, the impact on the time shared between the parents in accessing the child can be significant. We helped parties identify creative solutions where one parent wants or needs to relocate.
• Court-ordered psychological evaluations: In many instances, the court may order psychological testing for both the parent and child. We will help you understand what to expect before testing, and after testing, we have the experience it takes to vigorously cross-examine the psychologist.

We will identify the issues in your situation that will most impact the court's decision on custody and visitation. We work with you to develop an arrangement that allows you to have frequent and continuing contact with your children, as directed by California law. We will help you understand the difference between legal custody and physical custody, so that you can develop a plan that provides a stable environment for your child, but also allows both of you to participate in important decisions regarding health, education, religious training or other concerns.

Enforcement of Modifications of Child Custody Orders

Our attorneys advise clients who need to request a change in existing custody orders because of a significant change in circumstances. We also handle enforcement actions, where custody or visitation orders are being violated.

For help from experienced family lawyers in your child custody or visitation matter, contact our office. We are conveniently located near the 210 Freeway, about a mile east of the Santa Anita racetrack. Our office is open from 8 am until 5 pm, Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours available by appointment. For your convenience, we accept Visa and MasterCard.

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Oddenino & Gaule
444 East Huntington Drive
Suite 325
Arcadia, CA 91006
Toll Free: 866-323-5330 | Telephone: 626-802-5025 | Fax: 626-447-8354
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At the law office of Oddenino & Gaule, in Arcadia, we represent mothers and fathers throughout Pasadena and the surrounding communities in Los Angeles County, including Sierra Madre, San Marino, Pasadena, Bradbury, Glendora, Covina, Altadena, La Canada, Flintridge, Baldwin Park, Monterey Park, El Monte, Pomona, La Crescenta, Montrose, Monrovia, Duarte, Temple City, West Covina and Alhambra.

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