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New Haven, CT Child custody lawyers

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Jeffrey Ginzberg
5.0 stars 16 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 1980
Practicing in all areas of divorce and family law, as well as personal injury law and appeals.
Practice areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Alimony, Car Accidents, Child Support
Call (203) 446-3843 Message Website
Call (203) 446-3843 Message Website
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Paul McConnell
5.0 stars 13 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 1996
Former Judge & Prosecutor - Now Connecticut Matrimonial and Family Law Attorney.
Practice areas: Child Custody, Mediation, Family, Divorce & Separation
Call (860) 266-4147 Message Website
Call (860) 266-4147 Message Website
Lee Marlow
5.0 stars 6 reviews
Avvo Rating: 9.9
Licensed since 1982
I concentrate my practice in family law from pre-marital agreements to post-trial hearings and appeals. Most of my cases are referred by both attorneys and satisfied clients. I have a very successful trial record that spans over 30 years in cases...
Practice areas: Child Custody, Family, Alimony, Divorce & Separation
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Kristen Wolf
4.5 stars 9 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2009
Hamden & New Haven County, CT Attorney Kristen Wolf is a partner and owner of Wolf & Shore, LLC. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Connecticut School of Business in 2006 and her Juris Doctor degree from Quin...
Practice areas: Child Custody, Juvenile, Divorce & Separation, Probate, Child Support
Call (203) 687-4399 Message Website
Call (203) 687-4399 Message Website
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Shari-Lynn Shore
4.0 stars 20 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2008
Your child is the most important person in your life; contact us to discuss your legal nights.
Practice areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Estate Planning, Probate
Call (203) 567-4605 Message Website
Call (203) 567-4605 Message Website
Sarah Eldrich
Not yet reviewed
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 1983
Practice areas: Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials, Divorce & Separation, Family
Rachel Aylor
5.0 stars 13 reviews
Avvo Rating: 8.5
Licensed since 2008
Review: “I was fortunate enough to have found Rachel to help close my very difficult and contentious Post Divorce proceedings. Rachel accomplished more in the 3-4 months of working together than my previous attorney had been able ...
Practice areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials
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Paul Carty
Not yet reviewed
Avvo Rating: 9.0
Licensed since 1985
Practice areas: Child Custody, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Criminal Defense, Real Estate
Call (203) 936-6580 Website
Call (203) 936-6580 Website
Verna Lilburn
5.0 stars 1 review
Avvo Rating: 8.2
Licensed since 1991
I became an attorney as the logical next step in my lifelong dedication to advocating for others. During the years preceding my legal career, I learned to appreciate individual differences and to understand that behavior must be viewed within the...
Practice areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Alimony, Child Support, Mediation
Margarita Moore
5.0 stars 3 reviews
Avvo Rating: 7.7
Licensed since 1989
I have been practicing exclusively divorce and family law for over 20 years. I am here to help you with what might be one of the most difficult times in your life.
Practice areas: Child Custody, Alimony, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation, Child Support

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Document review: Prenuptial agreement: $149

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Child custody

If you are getting divorced and have children, part of the divorce agreement will involve determining where and with whom the children will live. A child custody lawyer can help you negotiate custody, either by agreement or in court. The custodial parent (the one the child lives with) earns the legal right to make decisions regarding the child's lifestyle, welfare, and education. Some parents opt for joint custody, which means children divide their time between both parents' homes, and parents share the right to make decisions on behalf of the children. If you as parents are unable to agree on child custody, a judge will decide for you.