How is child custody decided during a divorce?
If you and your spouse have a child together, then the custody of that child should be determined as part of your divorce. If you can agree on custody, then it is likely that the court will approve your agreement so long as the agreement is in the best interest of the child. If there is no agreement on custody, then the court will decide. Conservatorship (custody) is determined according to the best interests of the child. The sex of the parents is not a factor for consideration. Typically the parents are named as joint managing conservators. On occasion, one parent is appointed sole managing conservator and the other parent is appointed as possessory conservator. The wishes of the child may be considered. The Katy custody lawyers at Travers & Travers will meet with you to determine how to proceed in custody litigation.
