Legal Question in Family Law in Connecticut

Re: I have filed for Child support now the fater wants custody

The court only renders a decision after reviewing all the facts and evidence presented by both sides, and then reaches a conclusion of what is in the best interest of the child.

You do not say whether the father is moving for joint legal custody only (with visitation) or joint legal and physical custody (shared custody). Joint custody is often favored, although it certainly weighs in your favor if your child has lived successfully with you for such a substantial period of time (judge's prefer the status quo). If the father in any case is granted visitation--which is also liberally given--if you feel any need for such visitation to be supervised you should certainly raise it. Although typically supervised visitation occurs in cases involving risk of harm to the child. Lastly, be assurred that any decision that is made by the court will not necessarily be final, as the court always retains the right to revisit issues of custody or support if there is a change of circumstances, and it is in the best interest of the child to effect a change.

Re: I have filed for Child support now the fater wants custody

The process is going to be slow. The court will most likely appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the best interests of the child. This lawyer will determine whether the child's father is capable of joint custody. The court will then consider the evidence and decide based on the best interests of the child.

If you need help, you can email me at [email protected].