Child Custody

Portsmouth Child Custody Attorneys

In both New Hampshire and Maine, the courts require mandatory mediation for divorce cases involving children. This concept is relatively new in New Hampshire. Our firm has extensive experience representing clients in Maine mediation cases, and this may give our New Hampshire clients a strong advantage as New Hampshire courts begin this process. If you are going through a divorce and are concerned about child custody and child support, Desfosses Law Firm can help guide you through both the court proceedings and mediation.

Do you have questions about child custody? Do you want a lawyer who will fight for you, your future, and your children's future? Please contact Desfosses Law Firm to arrange your free consultation.

Changes in New Hampshire Child Custody Law

New Hampshire has made changes to the way child custody cases are handled. The concept of child custody has changed to "parental rights and responsibilities", with the presumption that both parents are equal parents. These changes strive to minimize gender biases. The training undertaken by our attorneys provides them with the skills to effectively represent our clients after these legislative changes.

Residential responsibility (physical custody) and decision making (legal custody) will be decided in the best interest of the children. Our firm understands you are concerned about the well being of your kids and spending as much quality time with them as possible. We strive to meet your goals and vigorously advocate on your behalf. We seek parenting plans that you and your children can be happy with.

Please contact our firm at 603-436-8242 to arrange a consultation to discuss how we can help you negotiate a parenting plan in a child custody dispute.