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Explaining Child Custody and Visitation

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October 16, 2016

Child custody and visitation are related but different concepts. A parent can have full custodial rights, but limited visitation, or a massive amount of visitation but limited custody rights.

What is Child Custody?

Custody is defined as the authority to make the "big picture" decisions about a child's life, including where the child will live and what kind of education they will receive.

Visitation and Parenting Time

Parenting time involves the day-to-day aspects of raising a child. A parenting plan defines the time that each parent has with their child, and it's important to have it well thought out.

Get the Help of a Child Custody Attorney

When the custody and visitation of your child is at stake, be sure to get the help of an experienced child custody attorney. Eggert Law Firm attorneys have the experience you need.

If divorce is also part of your situation, read about divorce and child custody together.

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