There are thousands of licensed family law attorneys currently practicing in New York, but not all of them offer the same support in a high-conflict custody scenario. Parents anticipating intense pushback or even underhanded tactics during custody negotiations need an advocate they can trust. Parents preparing for litigation also need to feel confident about their ability to protect their children.
Attorney Sean D. Doddy has previously worked as a prosecutor, making him capable of providing unique insight into challenging child custody cases, especially scenarios where conflict levels and the overall stakes are quite high.
What makes a custody case high conflict?
Obviously, the emotions that the parents have in a custody case contribute to the level of conflict. Many high-conflict custody cases also involve complicating elements.
Frequently, there are allegations of domestic violence, abuse or neglect. There may have been repeated litigation as parents have fought over terms or refused to uphold existing custody orders. The parents may have difficulty communicating with one another due to the intensity of their emotions or the state of their relationship.
How does a prosecutor’s insight help?
As a former prosecutor, attorney Doddy understands the importance of ensuring a child’s safety, including both their physical and emotional well-being. He is familiar with the best interests standard that guides family law judges when they resolve disputes about parental rights and responsibilities. He can help parents develop strategies that aim to give their children the stability and protection they deserve.
He also has the experience necessary to anticipate certain aggressive tactics, such as fabricated allegations of neglect used by a co-parent to counter substantiated claims of misconduct. Additionally, working as a prosecutor has provided him with the ability to successfully evaluate complex evidence, ranging from dense financial records to medical reports. The focus for the team at Doddy Law, PLLC, is always on the child’s best interests, not just on helping our clients feel like they won.
Parents concerned about the possibility of their children facing an unstable or unsafe custody arrangement should not gamble with their children’s safety. They need to prepare themselves for the process ahead to secure the best outcome possible. Those worried about the outcome of high-conflict custody cases need the advocacy of someone with the experience to understand these complex cases and the ability to center the children at every point in the process.
You don’t have to face a high-conflict custody battle alone. When the stakes are high and your children’s well-being is on the line, do not leave the outcome to chance. Contact Doddy Law, PLLC at 646-827-5819 to speak with an attorney who understands how to navigate complex evidence and prioritize your child’s best interests.