Child Custody & Visitation
Child custody cases require a sensitive, practical and child-centric approach. Courts focus entirely on the welfare, stability and emotional well-being of the child.
Advocate Khevana Dagli assists parents in custody, visitation and relocation matters with clarity and professionalism.
What is Child Custody?
Child custody refers to the legal decision regarding:
- Where the child will stay
- Who will take care of the child's daily needs
- Who will take major decisions (education, medical, lifestyle)
- How often the other parent will meet the child
Courts never treat custody as a “fight”. Their only consideration is: What is best for the child’s welfare, safety, emotional stability and future?
👉 What is best for the child’s welfare, safety, emotional stability and future?
Types of Custody
Physical Custody
Child resides primarily with one parent.
Joint Custody
Shared responsibilities.
Legal Custody
Decisions regarding education, health and welfare.
Temporary/Interim Custody
Decided during proceedings.
Visitation / Access Rights
- Weekend access
- Holiday and festival access
- Video call schedule
- Overnight access (depending on age)
- School event participation
- Neutral pickup/drop arrangements
Factors Courts Consider
- Child's age and emotional needs
- Stability of each parent
- Schooling and routine
- Bond with each parent
- Financial capacity
- Conduct and behaviour
- Safety concerns
Relocation & Travel Permissions
- Domestic and international travel
- Passport renewal for minors
- NRI parents seeking access
- Inter-country custody
- Relocation due to job or remarriage
Why Choose Advocate Khevana Dagli
- Child-focused legal strategy
- Practical parenting plans
- Strong representation during disputes
- Truthful communication
- Balanced approach for both parents
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who gets custody in most cases?
Courts follow the principle of “welfare of the child”. Mothers often get physical custody in younger-child cases, but fathers receive regular visitation. Joint custody is also becoming more common.
Q2. Can fathers get custody?
Yes. Courts grant custody to fathers if it is in the child’s best interest — especially in cases of working mothers, special needs, or strong emotional bonding with the father.
Q3. Can visitation include overnight access?
Yes. Family Courts allow overnight, weekend, festival and vacation access depending on age and comfort of the child.
Q4. What if one parent denies access?
You may file a contempt petition or an enforcement application to ensure court-ordered access is followed.
Q5. Can visitation happen online?
Video-call access is commonly granted when parents live far apart or the child is too young for travel.
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