Child Custody & Visitation

Atlanta Child Custody & Visitation Lawyers

Serving Parents in Metro Atlanta & Throughout Georgia

Few family law issues are as emotionally complex and legally challenging as child custody and visitation. For parents, the stakes are deeply personal: the well-being of your children and the future of your parent-child relationship.

At Eittreim Martin Cutler, LLC, we understand how complex this issue can be during or after divorce or between never-married parents. Our attorneys provide skilled, compassionate guidance to help you navigate custody matters with clarity, confidence, and the best interests of your children in mind. Our legal team has resolved thousands of family law cases, including contentious disputes involving children.

Request a confidential consultation with a child custody and visitation attorney at Eittreim Martin Cutler, LLC by phone at (770) 574-6473 or by contacting us online.

Understanding Custody in Georgia

Georgia law recognizes two primary custody forms: legal and physical.

Legal custody refers to the authority to make significant decisions about the child’s life, including education, health care, religious upbringing, and extracurricular activities. It may be awarded jointly or solely.
Physical custody refers to where the child lives and can be granted as joint or sole, depending on the circumstances.

Courts generally favor joint custody as being in the child’s best interests.

Parenting Plans Are Required

Georgia courts require a Parenting Plan in all custody cases. This detailed document outlines how the parents will share and manage parenting responsibilities.

It must include provisions for:

Where the child will live on weekdays, weekends, holidays, and school breaks
How decision-making responsibilities are divided
Methods of communication between the parents and with the child
A schedule for visitation and transportation arrangements
Procedures for resolving future disputes

The goal of the Parenting Plan is to create a stable, predictable arrangement that serves the child's best interests while promoting the parents' ongoing involvement.

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Can Parents Make Their Own Custody Arrangements?

Georgia law allows parents to create custody and visitation arrangements if the court approves the agreement. Former partners who cooperate are more likely to reach an agreeable outcome. However, if no agreement is reached, the judge will decide custody and parenting time based on the child’s best interests.

This decision involves numerous factors and is taken very seriously by the court. Judges often rely on expert input, such as guardians ad litem, parenting coordinators, or custody evaluators, to assess the situation. While the final decision remains with the judge, these expert recommendations carry significant weight and can add complexity, especially when both a guardian and evaluator are appointed.

Reaching a mutual agreement can reduce conflict and lead to more cooperative co-parenting. However, the proposed plan must be comprehensive and meet the court’s requirements.

Guiding Families Through Life’s Difficult Moments

Legal Support with Empathy and Expertise
We understand that family matters are deeply personal. Our team offers honest, compassionate legal guidance to help you feel supported and confident every step of the way.
Proudly Serving Families Throughout Georgia
Based in the Atlanta community, we’re here for the families who call this city home. Whether you're in the city or the suburbs, we bring trusted legal care to your corner of Georgia.
Here for Life’s Toughest Turning Points
Divorce, custody, and major life changes can feel overwhelming. We’re here to walk with you through uncertainty, offering steady legal guidance and unwavering support.
Focused Solely on Family Law Cases
Family law isn’t just what we do, it’s all we do. Our exclusive focus means you get dedicated expertise for even the most complex and emotionally charged situations.

The Value of Legal Representation

Whether negotiating a custody agreement or preparing for a contested hearing, having a knowledgeable family law attorney is essential. At Eittreim Martin Cutler, LLC, we know that no two families are alike. We take the time to understand your goals and concerns, craft tailored legal strategies, and advocate for practical, child-centered, and lasting solutions.

When custody cases cannot be resolved through agreement, our attorneys are fully prepared to represent you in court with skill and determination.

Call (770) 574-6473 or reach us online to discuss your case with a child custody and visitation attorney in your area of Georgia.