| If you are currently going through a divorce, one thing | | | | relationship. |
| that is probably weighing heavily on your mind is how | | | | 5. In all aspects of your life, make a special effort |
| are you going to gain child custody? Well, I'm sure you | | | | during this time to find or keep stability. |
| already know that ultimately the end result will be | | | | 6. Even if you have decided to hire a lawyer, do your |
| determined by a judge's decision. However, there | | | | research and educate yourself on everything about |
| certainly are steps you can take to help ensure that | | | | the process of how to successfully gain child custody. |
| the results turn out as you are hoping for. In this article, I | | | | 7. I know there is currently a lot of pressure on your |
| am going to list 10 steps to help you better your | | | | part, but remember to put your child's needs first over |
| chances. | | | | this battle. |
| 1. If you are the one moving out, make sure that you | | | | 8. Do everything you can to not involve your child in |
| find a safe living environment for you and your children. | | | | the custody battle. |
| This is going to be a major factor that the judge will | | | | 9. Facilitate your ex spouse's custody as much as |
| look at. | | | | possible. |
| 2. If at all possible, try and stay in the same school | | | | 10. Be aware of your own limits and needs. |
| district. | | | | There you have it, please keep these ten key steps in |
| 3. If your work schedule does not fit your child's routine, | | | | mind because they are extremely important and |
| ask your employer to adjust it or you may have to | | | | actually came from my own attorney during my |
| find another job with a schedule that does. | | | | divorce. |
| 4. Be sure to avoid cohabitation too early in a new | | | | |