CHM Law Secures Favorable Child Custody Order for Client, Ensuring a Safe and Stable Future
- Client: A v. S
- Case Type: Establishment of Custody Orders
- Ruling: Orders entered by Stipulation of Parties for Client having final say authority, and all of OP’s parenting time being handled by agreement of the Parties (i.e. no specifics).
- Court: Maricopa County Superior Court
In this case, our client sought a safe exit from an unstable relationship while also ensuring the establishment of child custody orders that would provide structure and protection for their child.
Through multiple court hearings, intensive litigation, and the involvement of a Court-Appointed Advisor, CHM Law successfully advocated for limited parenting time for the Opposing Party, ultimately securing a resolution that granted our client final decision-making authority and control over parenting time.
Legal Strategy: Establishing Custody and Addressing Safety Concerns
From the start, our legal team recognized the need for temporary custody orders to address the instability of the Opposing Party and protect the child from potential harm. Over the course of two Temporary Orders hearings, CHM Law successfully argued for progressively stricter parenting time limitations:
- First, parenting time was restricted to public places, ensuring a structured and monitored environment.
- Later, stricter supervised visitation requirements were imposed due to ongoing concerns about the child’s safety.
Throughout this period, CHM Law remained proactive, presenting evidence and advocating for the child’s best interests at every stage of litigation.
Court-Appointed Advisor and Intensive Litigation
As the case progressed, the Court determined that a Court-Appointed Advisor (CAA) should be involved to provide recommendations regarding custody arrangements and parenting time. CAAs play a crucial role in Arizona child custody cases, offering neutral evaluations that help the Court determine what custody structure best serves the child’s well-being.
Through extensive litigation and thorough case preparation, CHM Law worked to ensure that our client’s concerns were clearly documented and supported by evidence. Our attorneys meticulously built a case that demonstrated why strict parenting time limitations were necessary to protect the child from the instability of the Opposing Party.
Final Resolution: Sole Decision-Making Authority for Client
As the case approached its final trial, both parties engaged in settlement discussions. Due to the strength of our legal arguments and the evidence supporting our client’s position, a resolution was reached just before the trial. The agreement granted our client:
- Final decision-making authority, ensuring full control over major decisions affecting the child’s life.
- Parenting time at the client’s discretion, meaning the Opposing Party could only see the child by agreement of the parties rather than by court-ordered visitation.
By securing these favorable custody terms, CHM Law ensured that our client retained full authority to make critical parenting decisions while also controlling how and when the Opposing Party could exercise their limited parenting time.
Why This Case Matters for Parents Seeking Custody Orders in Arizona
This case highlights the importance of strong legal advocacy in child custody disputes, particularly when one parent poses potential risks to the child’s safety and well-being. Without a well-prepared legal strategy, many parents find themselves fighting an uphill battle to secure sole decision-making authority or restrict unsupervised parenting time.
At CHM Law, our experienced Arizona child custody attorneys assist parents in cases involving:
- Unstable or high-conflict relationships
- Restricting parenting time for an unfit parent
- Establishing sole legal decision-making authority
- Seeking Court-Appointed Advisor recommendations
- Supervised visitation orders
Contact our experienced family law attorneys today if you are facing a custody dispute in Arizona and need an aggressive legal team to fight for your parental rights. We are dedicated to ensuring that your child’s safety and well-being remain the top priority.