Gloucester Child Custody Lawyer
Rational Legal Advice About Child Custody Conflicts in Northeastern Massachusetts
In child custody cases, parents want nothing more than to protect their children. However, many custody cases become difficult because parents simply cannot agree. At David M. Gabriel & Associates, we work with parents to resolve high-conflict custody disputes and agree on a plan that is in the best interests of their children.
Contact us online or call us at 978-712-4825 or 781-593-9980 to speak to an attorney about a high-conflict custody issue. We have offices in Salem, Lynn, and Beverly, Massachusetts, and we can arrange evening or weekend appointments.
Guardians ad Litem
Emotions can get in the way of acting rationally and considering how a child will be impacted by a child custody dispute. Sometimes parents seem motivated by the simple need to win. Other times, a parent who was actively involved in his or her child's life is unable to deal with the possibility of spending less time with the child. Financial considerations may cloud a parent's judgment.
In high-conflict custody cases, the court often appoints a trained psychologist or a guardian ad litem to act in on behalf of the child. This person conducts an investigation and makes recommendation to the court about what is in the best interests of the child. The third party psychologist or guardian ad litem will consider information such as:
- School and medical records
- Opinions of mental health professionals and medical professionals
- Interviews with neighbors, friends, and family members
- How the child interacts with each parent
This investigation considers both the factual and emotional inquiry to decide what is in the best interests of the child, and ultimately results in recommendations about who the child should live with, how much time the child should spend with the other parent, whether supervised visitation is warranted, and other issues.
How We Can Help You
In a high-conflict custody case, our Massachusetts law firm provides practical, objective advice and representation to parents who are dealing with an emotionally difficult divorce. If your child custody case involves any of the following, we will provide you with reasonable legal guidance:
- Child abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Substance abuse
- Domestic violence
- Parental alienation
- Financial issues
Contact Our Law Offices in Beverly, Salem or Lynn
If you are in a high-conflict custody battle, count on David M. Gabriel & Associates for rational, effective legal guidance. Contact us online or call us at 978-712-4825 or 781-593-9980 to speak to a lawyer today.
