Child Custody & Support Lawyer in Pensacola, FL
Protecting Your Parental Rights and Your Child’s Well-Being
Child custody and support are among the most important aspects of family law. Whether you’re navigating a parental responsibility agreement, seeking a fair time-sharing schedule, or needing to ensure your child’s financial support, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
At Craig A. Vigodsky, P.A., we understand how stressful and emotional custody battles can be. Our goal is to provide you with clear guidance and support, making sure that the best interests of your child are always the priority, while also protecting your rights as a parent.
What is Parental Responsibility and Time-Sharing?
In Florida, the terms “custody” and “visitation” have been replaced by parental responsibility and time-sharing. This means both parents are expected to share responsibility for raising the child and making important decisions about their health, education, and welfare. The focus is on cooperation, with the courts emphasizing the child’s well-being and the importance of maintaining a relationship with both parents.
Craig Vigodsky can help you create a parenting plan that suits your unique situation, whether you’re working through an amicable agreement or facing a more contentious dispute. We work hard to ensure that both your and your child’s needs are met.
Factors Courts Consider in Child Custody and Time-Sharing
Florida law considers many factors when determining a parenting plan and time-sharing schedule. These factors include:
- The ability and willingness of each parent to support a close, ongoing relationship between the child and the other parent.
- How well the child’s needs (physical, emotional, educational) are being met by each parent.
- The stability of the child’s current environment and whether maintaining that stability is in the child’s best interest.
- The geographic location of both parents, especially if the time-sharing plan involves long-distance travel.
- Any history of domestic violence or abuse, which the court must consider when determining what’s best for the child.
These are just a few of the many factors courts take into account when deciding on a time-sharing and parental responsibility plan.
Child Support: Ensuring Your Child’s Future
In addition to child custody, child support is another critical issue. Florida uses specific guidelines to determine how much child support a parent must pay. These guidelines consider both parents’ incomes, the child’s needs, and how much time each parent spends with the child.
We can help ensure that your child support order is fair and that your child’s financial needs are met. Whether you’re the parent receiving support or the one making payments, we’ll work with you to ensure the order is set appropriately.
Why Choose Craig A. Vigodsky?
When you’re facing a child custody or support case, you need a lawyer who will advocate for you with compassion, experience, and dedication. With over 25 years of family law experience, Craig Vigodsky is here to help you navigate the legal process and achieve the best possible outcome for you and your child.
We proudly serve clients throughout the Florida Panhandle, including Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, and nearby military bases like Eglin AFB, Whiting Field, and Pensacola NAS.
Contact Us Today
If you’re facing a child custody or support issue, let’s talk about how we can help. Call Craig A. Vigodsky, P.A., at (850) 912-8520, or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. We’re here to listen, guide, and fight for your family’s best interests.