Indiana Child Custody Attorneys Helping You Protect Those Who Matter Most
Last updated on June 13, 2024
For any parent, the well-being of their children is the highest priority. At Bumb Law Office, LLC, in Evansville, we understand the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of your children as we address the issues of custody and parenting time.
Our attorney, Laurie Baiden Bumb, has over four decades of experience representing individuals in child custody and parenting time matters, in both dissolutions of marriage and paternity proceedings. She and our dedicated staffers will assist you in protecting your parental rights and working tirelessly to preserve your continued and frequent access to your children.
Creating A Parenting Plan And Allocating Child Custody
In Indiana, child custody decisions must be rooted in what is in the best interests of the child, including factors such as how well the parents can get along with one another, the age of the child or children, the emotional relationship each parent has with the child or children, and other considerations.
If you and your co-parent can communicate civilly and negotiate in good faith, you have the option to work together to craft a child custody agreement or parenting plan. This approach allows you both to have maximum control over the decisions that will affect your child’s upbringing and daily life, rather than leaving these critical choices solely in the hands of a judge. Crafting a mutually agreeable plan can lead to a more amicable relationship post-divorce and provide a stable, clear framework for co-parenting.
While a negotiated parenting plan is often ideal, we realize that this simply isn’t an option in all cases because it takes two willing parties. If custody must be decided by a judge, our attorney will help you present the strongest arguments available for why your proposed parenting plan is appropriate.
Pursuing Fair And Sustainable Child Support Awards
Both parents are responsible for the financial support of their children, and children are entitled to the support of both parents. We will assist you to make appropriate provisions for the support of your children and ensure that your support obligations are fair and compliant with state law. Our team is experienced in dealing with a wide range of child support issues and will provide you with the legal advice that you need.
Modifying Court Orders For Child Custody And Child Support
Child-related court orders, such as those for custody/parenting time and child support, can be modified by petitioning the court. However, judges understand that children benefit from consistency and predictability. Therefore, you must present a compelling reason for the modification and a strong argument for why the change would be in the best interests of your children. Our attorney has substantial experience with modification proceedings and will provide you with skilled legal assistance as you deal with these issues.
Contact Us Today To Arrange A Consultation
We understand the paramount importance of child custody and support issues and are here to protect your rights and the best interests of your child. To schedule a legal consultation with an experienced child custody attorney in Evansville, contact our law firm online or call us at 812-913-5007.