Cobb County Child Custody and Visitation
William C. Gentry — a Marietta, Georgia, Lawyer
For many individuals going through divorce, the child custody and visitation arrangements are the most "life-defining" parts of the divorce decree. Few things are more important to parents than the time he or she spends with children. As life circumstances change over time — for instance, getting a new job in a new city or state — these arrangements can and should be changed through a modification of the divorce decree.
As a husband and father of two children, attorney William C. Gentry of Gentry, Smith, Dettmering, Morgan & Schnatmeier, LLP understands the importance of family in your life. For a free consultation with Mr. Gentry, you can contact the firm online or call 770-425-5573. Night and weekend appointments are available if necessary.
The Differences Between "Legal Custody" and "Physical Custody"
"Legal custody" refers only to the ability to make important decisions about the growth and development of the child. These decisions involve religion, health care, education and others. Legal custody is generally shared by both parents, and it does not refer to where or with whom the child will actually live.
"Physical custody" refers expressly to which parent the child will live with. In most cases, primary physical custody is granted to the mother and secondary custody and visitation rights are granted to the father. However, Mr. Gentry has had considerable success in getting primary physical custody for his male clients. If either parent wishes to move a significant distance away, then visitation schedules will have to be altered. In every case, the parent who doesn't have primary physical custody of the children is required by law to pay child support.
If either parent fails to honor the terms of the child custody and visitation decree, then he or she can be held in contempt.
A Teacher of Attorneys
Mr. Gentry is highly regarded not only for his legal skill but also for his legal knowledge and ability to teach. He is frequently sought to give lectures to other attorneys at Continuing Legal Education seminars to discuss child custody, visitation and recent changes in family law. The law in this area changes continuously and you need a lawyer who keeps up with the changes.
If you need representation for impending legal action regarding child custody or visitation schedules, you can contact the firm online or call 770-425-5573 for a free initial consultation.
