Parenting Plans

Parenting Plans Lawyer in Westchester County

When parents divorce or obtain a legal separation, the best interests of the children must be served by any agreements made. Parenting plans are among the agreements that may be part of your divorce. These plans are designed to keep both parents involved in the child's life and provide continuity and stability in parenting.

From our White Plains, New York, office, the Law Offices of Joy Y. Frank provides comprehensive and personalized representation to individuals dealing with the creation or modification of parenting plans. Family law attorney Joy Y. Frank has been practicing law for more than a decade. She professionally and compassionately represents both women and men from all walks of life and from diverse backgrounds, dealing with sensitive child-related family law matters.

Our firm represents a wide variety of people, from those with little assets to those with significant financial and property holdings. International families are also welcome. Ms. Frank has extensive travel experience and can relate to people of all different cultures and backgrounds. She is conversant in Spanish.

Generally, it is in a child's best interests for both parents to be involved in his or her life. A parenting plan facilitates consistent involvement of both parents. Our office strives to work out parenting plans without alienating either parent. We try to preserve relationships with both parents as opposed to assisting one in seeking sole custody. However, each client's situation is unique and we proceed in a way that suits their best interests and goals.

Parenting plans can be detailed or general, and can include directions and guidelines on:

• Child custody
• Visitation
• How parents conduct themselves with the child
• Daily schedules for the child
• Schedules of holidays and vacations

Relocation of a Parent

When a parent that has primary residential custody of a child wishes to relocate to another state or country, the parenting plan must be modified if possible. This can then detail specific arrangements regarding visits, phone calls, and any additional geographic restrictions.

To schedule a consultation to discuss the drafting or modification of a parenting plan, contact a lawyer at the Law Offices of Joy Y. Frank today. We counsel people in Westchester County and throughout New York State.