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Minneapolis/Twin Cities Child Custody and Child Support Lawyer
Child custody and support issues are some of the most sensitive legal matters we handle at the Law Offices of Daniel J. Brazil, P.A. Emotions run high as parents argue over visitation schedules and child support payments. Whether our clients want to establish an initial custody agreement or modify an existing parenting plan, we are committed to resolving the matter efficiently and with as little adversity as possible.
Our goal in every child custody and child support case is to serve the needs of our clients while protecting the best interests of the children. Often, this involves resolving issues amicably through negotiations and mediation. However, as an experienced trial lawyer, Daniel J. Brazil is prepared to fight for his clients in court as needed.
To schedule a free consultation with Minneapolis family law attorney, Daniel Brazil, contact our office at 612-874-6109.
Disputes Over Legal and Physical Custody, Visitation and Parenting Time
In most divorces and family law cases, parents eventually agree upon the issues of custody and visitation. We try to help our clients negotiate or mediate a parenting plan that will protect his or her parental rights and is in the child or children's best interests.
Minnesota's Child Support Guidelines
As in many states, Minnesota has child support guidelines to help determine a fair child support payment. Child support is based on a formula which considers a number of factors, including the number of children, the amount of each parent's income, the cost of health insurance and any special needs of the child. Our firm and the courts adhere to these guidelines in a majority of our cases. If your situation is unique, such as you have a disabled child or you do not have a job, we will argue to deviate from the child support guidelines accordingly.
Modifying Child Custody and Child Support Plans
Your original child custody or support plan may no longer meet your needs or the needs of your children. A new job may require that you move, or your child may require different visitation hours due to changes in his or her extracurricular activities or schedule. An experienced family law attorney can help you modify the plan to better serve your current situation.
At the Law Offices of Daniel J. Brazil, P.A., we have handled many motions for change of child support or change of custody based on a significant change in circumstances, including:
- Parent loses a job or gets a new job
- Significant increase or decrease in income
- Parent wishes to move to another city or state
- Parent remarries
- Child is in danger of physical or emotional harm
- Child is older and requires a different plan
- Other changes requiring modification of custody or support
Please contact the Law Offices of Daniel J. Brazil, P.A., in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to discuss your child custody matter in a free consultation. You can reach us by calling 612-874-6109 or by contacting us online.
2124 Dupont Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Tel: 612-874-6109
Fax: 612-879-0059
We represent clients throughout the Twin Cities metro area, including people in Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Louis Park, Golden Valley, Minnetonka, Edina, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Eagan, Richfield, Roseville, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove, Plymouth, Blaine, Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Anoka County, Sherburne County, Wright County, Scott County, Carver County, Dakota County, Washington County and South Minneapolis.
