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When parents disagree on custody, physical placement, decision-making authority, or the parenting schedule, this contested version gives you the documents needed to pursue your position in court. Documents include a contested petition with supporting language, a motion for temporary/pendente lite custody if immediate relief is needed, and your proposed parenting plan for the court’sconsideration. An optional 30-minute phone consultation is available. consultation with a Family First Legal attorney.
What's Included:
Optional 30-minute phone consultation with a Family First Legal attorney is available with every package. The consultation is recommended if you are unsure what to file, but is not required. If you elect the consultation, document drafting begins after the consultation is completed. If you waive the consultation, drafting begins upon receipt of your completed intake questionnaire.
Complaint/Petition for Custody (adversarial language, best-interest factors addressed)
Motion for Pendente Lite (Temporary) Custody and Parenting Time
Memorandum in Support of Temporary Custody
Proposed Parenting Plan (your position, submitted as an exhibit)
Joint Statement Concerning Decision-Making Authority and Parenting Time
Civil Domestic Information Report
Step-by-step filing instruction letter
Important Notes:
Court filing fees vary by county and are not included.
Service of process is the client’s responsibility.
This package covers initial pleadings and temporary relief motions only.
Custody hearings and evaluations require full representation.
Cases involving domestic violence or immediate safety concerns require emergency full representation.
Turnaround 7-10 Business Days
When parents disagree on custody, physical placement, decision-making authority, or the parenting schedule, this contested version gives you the documents needed to pursue your position in court. Documents include a contested petition with supporting language, a motion for temporary/pendente lite custody if immediate relief is needed, and your proposed parenting plan for the court’sconsideration. An optional 30-minute phone consultation is available. consultation with a Family First Legal attorney.
What's Included:
Optional 30-minute phone consultation with a Family First Legal attorney is available with every package. The consultation is recommended if you are unsure what to file, but is not required. If you elect the consultation, document drafting begins after the consultation is completed. If you waive the consultation, drafting begins upon receipt of your completed intake questionnaire.
Complaint/Petition for Custody (adversarial language, best-interest factors addressed)
Motion for Pendente Lite (Temporary) Custody and Parenting Time
Memorandum in Support of Temporary Custody
Proposed Parenting Plan (your position, submitted as an exhibit)
Joint Statement Concerning Decision-Making Authority and Parenting Time
Civil Domestic Information Report
Step-by-step filing instruction letter
Important Notes:
Court filing fees vary by county and are not included.
Service of process is the client’s responsibility.
This package covers initial pleadings and temporary relief motions only.
Custody hearings and evaluations require full representation.
Cases involving domestic violence or immediate safety concerns require emergency full representation.
Turnaround 7-10 Business Days