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Colorado Springs Parenting Time Lawyers

Woodland Park Visitation Attorneys

In Colorado, what is often referred to as "child visitation" is called "parenting time." Parenting time is part of the dual role child custody includes, the other being decision-making responsibilities. When there has been a divorce or a couple has separated, an often contentious issue is the amount of time each parent has with the child.

At Royal A. Martin, we help clients with their parenting time matters. Our Colorado Springs parenting time lawyers have extensive experience in representing parents. We will use our experience and legal abilities to help you obtain a fair and just parenting time agreement. Contact our Colorado family law firm today for a consultation.

Parenting Time in Colorado
Parenting time is determined by an agreement either mutually by the parents or if a dispute arises, the court system. The family law attorneys at Royal A. Martin can represent you in court to get you the best parenting plan possible for your situation.

When determining parenting time, factors like how far the parents live from each other are taken into consideration. This is especially true with children in school, as it can be hard to have equal parenting time when parents live far apart. However, what is above all most important are the best interests of the child. Every case is decided on its own facts.

Parenting time agreements include:

* Regular weekday schedules
* Weekend and overnight visits
* Vacations and holidays
* School and summer breaks

Parenting time also has an effect on child support. How many overnights you spend with your child can affect the amount of child support you owe or receive. This is even more reason to have a competent attorney at your side.

Tender Years Doctrine
Colorado advocates the "tender years doctrine." This means that if both parents have been involved with the children, they are both entitled to equal parenting time. The children don't necessarily have to reside with the mother. Unless there are other reasons, parenting time should be equally divided.

If one parent has had little involvement with the children, then it is more difficult to seek equal parenting time. A history of drugs, alcohol abuse or domestic violence also makes equal parenting time harder to obtain. Courts are especially protective of young children. However, if a person can show rehabilitation, that works in their favor for gaining parenting time.

Contact a Lawyer Today
For a consultation with Royal A. Martin, P.C., in Colorado Springs, call us toll-free at 866-941-1409 or send an e-mail to our Woodland Park visitation attorneys.