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Child Residence Determination

I help agree or obtain a court decision on where the child lives. I prepare evidence, involve child services, design a contact schedule and protect the child’s best interests.

I work for a practical agreement or an enforceable court order. I review living conditions of both parents, collect references and medical papers, request the guardianship authority opinion and build a child friendly contact plan. Clear guidance and strict timelines.

  • Analyse living conditions and parental care proof
  • Liaise with the guardianship authority for an opinion
  • Design a contact and holidays plan for the other parent
  • File a claim or submit a settlement for court approval
Child’s best interests first. Calm and confidential work. The goal is simple. an order that works.

Cases

Agreement approved by the court

Case
Parents agree but need an official order and schedule
Goal
Fix residence and a clear contact plan
Path
  • Drafted a settlement and contact schedule
  • Obtained the guardianship authority opinion
  • Filed for court approval
Result
Settlement approved. Clear schedule with enforcement tools

Contested residence

Case
Parents live apart. the child is school aged
Goal
Residence with the mother and stable contact with the father
Path
  • Collected proof of living conditions and schooling
  • Obtained authority opinion and school references
  • Filed a claim and examined witnesses
Result
Residence set with the mother. Father’s contact plan approved

Relocation dispute

Case
Mother plans to move to another city. father objects
Goal
Keep stability while preserving meaningful contact
Path
  • Assessed impact on schooling and health
  • Proposed a compromise schedule and holidays
  • Filed motions and argued the case in court
Result
Relocation allowed. Contact with the father preserved