How to Win Your Custody Case

How to Win Your Custody Case

Your custody case may be the most important legal battle in your life. You want to do everything you can to be sure you get the outcome you need. Written by a former attorney and child law guardian, How to WIN Your Custody Case walks you through the process, describing how to find witnesses, what to ask them (if you are representing yourself), how to testify yourself, how to behave in court, how to cross-examine witnesses (If you are representing yourself), how to gather evidence, how to help your attorney if you have one, and much more. Filled with solid tips and practical advice, this guide helps you prepare your case if you are representing yourself or working with your lawyer. The keys to winning a custody case as well a look inside the mind of judges are included. <br /><br />Table of Contents:<br /><br />Show Up<br />Accept that You Need Help<br />Your Appearance Matters<br />Your Demeanor<br />What Not to Bring with You to Court<br />Your Entourage<br />Lawyer or No Lawyer<br />Courtroom Behavior<br />Dealing with Nerves<br />Understanding the Legal Standard for Custody<br />Possible Outcomes<br />What You Are Trying to Prove<br />Being Reasonable<br />Gathering Evidence<br />Opening and Closing Statements<br />Testifying<br />Witnesses<br />Questioning Witnesses<br />Testimony by Your Child<br />Working with the Law Guardian or Guardian ad litem<br />Evaluations<br />Parenting Classes<br />Mediation<br />The Secret to Winning<br />Other Key Points<br />Other Tips and Tricks<br />Resources