Families with Children of Special Needs Face Unique Issues in Divorce and Custody Disputes
Every day, parents in California struggle with child custody and support issues involving "typical" children. These issues become considerably more complicated and challenging when children have special needs. But finding a solution that is right for the special needs child is not impossible.
At Pines, Laurent & Lauer, LLP, we know first-hand the issues parents with special needs children face during child custody disputes. Each of our three female lawyers have more than 15 years of family law experience, and we have extensive and specialized knowledge concerning the representation of parents of children with special needs. We know what you are going through, and we can help you reach the right legal solutions.
Personal Experience. Compassionate Representation.
Co-parenting always comes with challenges for the parties involved. This is particularly true when you have a special needs child.
- Will the child be medicated? And with which medications?
- Will the child receive special education services? To what extent?
- Who gets to make final decisions in the event the parents disagree?
When your child has special needs, these questions and many more must be dealt with on an almost daily basis.
We know, first hand, how difficult it can be to co-parent children with special needs. We have compassionately represented many, many parents dealing with these very emotional issues. We take pride in our ability to assist our clients in reaching solutions that work for their families. We understand the medical, emotional, educational and developmental needs of children with special needs. We will make sure you consider all of the day-to-day issues your child will face in the break up of the family.
Parenting Plan Coordinators and Special Masters
The California legislature has not clearly addressed many of the issues affecting children with special needs, so we are in a unique position to offer practical counsel to parents in these challenging circumstances. In fact, we often find ourselves educating other legal professionals about these issues.
One of the services we offer is acting as "Parenting Plan Coordinators" or "Special Masters". This means we are able to help parents reach agreements about parenting plans and custody. If you are unable to reach an agreement through mediation or collaborative family law (ADR), and do not wish to formerly litigate custody issues, as Parenting Plan Coordinators, we would have the power to make final decisions in your legal matters. In this way, you need not go through the emotionally and financially taxing litigation process.
Rely on Our Dedicated Legal Experience
We have access to many resources available to parents of special needs children, and we can help you learn how to effectively co-parent your child. Call 818-305-6494 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with an experienced Encino Family Law attorney.
