Mississippi Child Custody Law and Your Rights
After a divorce or paternity dispute, issues involving custody can be highly disputed between parents, extended relatives, or spouses. At the law office of John R. McNeal, Jr., PLLC, we are experienced in providing our clients with strategic advocacy to protect their rights in custody battles. Whether you are entering divorce or concerned about custody as a third-party or are unmarried and have a child, we will work to protect your rights and the best interests of your children.
We are focused on protecting your rights and your family. Call today at 888-332-0482 or contact us by e-mail for immediate service.
Custody orders are determined based on the best interests of the child, not the best interests of either party. Whether or not a custody determination is best for you, is not relevant to the courts. It is important to work with an attorney who can effectively align your interests with the best of the child and demonstrate that need to the court. We will take the time to understand your individual needs and circumstances, work with appropriate experts and develop a case to protect your rights.
Divorce
At the time of divorce, child custody can be one of the most contentious issues faced by both parties. You may want full custody or be concerned about losing custody of your child. In any situation, we will work with you to determine your objectives and aggressively pursue your rights to joint, physical, or legal custody. Our attorneys will also help you develop and obtain a visitation schedule or parenting time arrangement that works in your best interests.
Grandparents Rights
Grandparents do have rights involving their grandchildren, however if a grandparent is overly involved you may need an attorney to intervene to protect your rights. We represent both grandparents seeking custody or parents wanting to prevent a grandparent from taking over custody rights.
Relocation, Modifications and Enforcement
In addition to handling original custody orders, we can also assist you in pursuing an enforcement or modification. If you are the custodial parent and seeking to move out of state, you may need to seek permission from the court. We can also represent you if you want to prevent relocation that is not in the best interests of a child. If a party is not complying with a custody order, we can pursue an order of contempt on your behalf.
We will take the time to understand the unique and individual needs of your family and develop a custody arrangement accordingly. At every stage, we will inform you of your rights, obligations and help you make the best decisions for your family.
Call us toll free at 888-332-0482 or contact us by e-mail to schedule an initial consultation or case evaluation with an experienced lawyer serving clients throughout Jackson, Mississippi.
Free consultations · Available 24/7 · Payment plans available · Located conveniently behind the Jackson courthouse
