If you’re involved in a custody case, it is important to gather helpful documents to show the best interests of the minor child or children. These documents will be useful to your lawyer when negotiating a settlement or preparing for the hearing phase:
- Legal Documents & Records – All documents filed in court related to this case or child(ren).
- Medical Records – The child’s files maintained by appropriate health providers, including pediatricians and psychiatrists.
- Education Records – Attendance records, grades, test results, teachers’ notes, etc.
- Tax Returns – State and Federal income tax returns for at least the last three (3) years.
- Financial Documents, including Net Worth & Debt – Proof of salary, bonus disclosure, list of creditors, expenses, fringe benefits, etc.
- Photographs of Lifestyle, Home, and Child’s Living Quarters – Display the interior/exterior of home, the child’s room, play areas, friends, family, and child’s sports/hobbies.
- Child’s Drawings, Writings, or School Projects
- Potential Witnesses – Describe the person’s relationship to the child and family. How would this witness contribute to the case? Include the contact information for each witness.
If you are interested in initiating a custody action, or if you need help with a current custody case, you need the assistance of a trustworthy Greensboro Custody Attorney. Call our affordable family lawyers to schedule a consult today: 336-379-0539.
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This article explains North Carolina law in general terms. It is not legal advice about your case, and laws, penalties and court procedures change. Contact an attorney about your specific situation.