What Role Does a Child Have in Choosing Custody?

While divorce is difficult for the husband and wife who are deciding to end their marriage, it is oftentimes especially trying for the children who have to make the transition from a once-nuclear family into a life with divorced parents. Children can feel insignificant, confused, and even alone when parents choose to divorce. Although many times a child may feel as if his or her opinion does not matter, in the state of Texas, there are certain measures to ensure that the child’s voice is heard with regard to certain issues, including custody.

If you are in the process of or considering filing for divorce, you do not have to go through this time alone. You need a compassionate and experienced attorney to fight for you and your child at every step of the way. Contact the Conroe divorce lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C., at 800-242-2151 to discuss your case with a compassionate attorney.

Child Custody Interviews

When children reach the age of 12, they are granted an opportunity to state their preference with which parent they would choose to reside, as well as an explanation for the reasons. Some children feel more comfortable with a certain parent and wish to have that considered during divorce proceedings. The court will then use these interviews to inform its custody determinations. In the end, the judge has the final say in custody rulings, based on his or her interpretation of the best interest of the child.

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Let us fight for your well being and to ensure that your children are not cut out of the divorce. Contact the Conroe divorce lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C., by calling 800-242-2151.