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Understanding Child Custody Risk Factors In Seattle

Last updated on April 8, 2025

When parents get divorced, they need to divide custody of their children. They must address where the child lives, which is known as physical custody, along with who can make important decisions on the child’s behalf – legal custody. In both of these areas, there are some child custody risk factors to be aware of.

Here at V. Freitas Law, PLLC, our award-winning team is ready to provide legal guidance and assistance every step of the way. We have more than 50 years of combined experience, so our lawyers understand the intricacies of the law. As attorneys, we can help you identify and address these risk factors while seeking an optimal custody solution in Seattle.

Risk Factors That Impact Custody Arrangements

One thing parents are often worried about is that certain risk factors in their lives could make it less likely for them to get custody of their child. Areas to consider include:

  • Financial instability: Parents need to be able to provide for their children, especially when it comes to giving them a stable home life.
  • Low income and high debt: Similarly, the court might consider if someone has a lot of outstanding debt and a low level of income, which can limit their ability to care for their child.
  • Necessary relocation: If one parent wants to relocate or move to a different state, or if they have a job that requires extensive travel, that may lower the odds that they get physical custody.
  • Medical diagnosis: If someone has a serious medical condition or a mental health diagnosis, the court might consider if that will impact their ability to parent their child successfully.

Finally, remember that courts are going to look at a wide variety of evidence when making these decisions. This can include social media posts, so be careful about online activity while going through a custody dispute.

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