Jackson & Ojeda LLC

In any custody decision, the court is going to look at several factors. This includes all aspects of the child’s life, including his or her education, safety, health, comfort, and happiness.

Do I have to maintain the standard of living my wife had during our marriage? That is a factor that judges consider in most states. However, another important factor is whether one spouse can continue to afford the lifestyle the other spouse has enjoyed in the past.

A custody evaluation is usually conducted by a mental health professional, who is sometimes also called a “Guardian ad Litem.” This can include everything from home visits to interviews and even psychological testing.