Benefits of Joint Physical Custody: Raising a child apart, together

When seeking a separation or divorce, many issues, such as dividing assets and funds, can become complicated processes, but none is more complicated than the question of who will receive custody of a child. Therefore, choosing the right attorney to help determine what is best for the future of your family is crucial. At Maureen A. McCready, our focus is on providing an outline for our clients towards safety, stability, and a positive future for the child. With years of experience in family law and child custody, let the professional attorneys at Maureen A. McCready help you today!

What is Joint Custody?

Joint physical custody is the legal situation where the child spends an equal or close to equal amount of time with both parents. Each parent will have equal legal and custodial rights, as well as the right to physically live with the child. While joint physical custody is not right for every child custody case, few states prefer to award sole custody to one parent unless there are other factors at play. Here are some benefits of joint custody to consider:

• The child is able to grow up with the influence of both parents, providing a better relationship with both and equal parental role models.
  
• Shared custody requires more frequent interaction and joint decision-making between parents, which encourages positive communication between parties.
  
• Joint decision-making and shared physical custody reduce stress and financial responsibility on a sole parent and affect issues such as child support.
  
• Less disruption in the child’s routine leads to better performance in school and fewer emotional and conduct issues.
  

While this method of child custody is not right for every case, it is an important issue to consider when seeking representation. Trust Maureen A. McCready to help you answer questions regarding family law and what is best for your child.  Contact Maureen A. McCready today for a consultation to discuss whether joint custody is right for your case!