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Child Custody And Visitation Attorney In Tennessee & Mississippi

Child-Related Legal Matters Require a Personal Approach

When clients turn to our law firm, Burgoyne Law Offices, for help with child-related legal matters, we take a personal approach. We understand the value of strong parent-child relationships, regardless of the parents’ relationship status. If you face a legal challenge involving your children, such as a child custody or child support issue, why not choose a legal ally who will take the time to understand your family’s unique dynamics?

Contact Burgoyne Law Offices to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today. 662-246-2179

Help for Every Child-Related Legal Issue

When children are involved in a legal matter, whether as the result of a divorce or the end of a relationship, both parents want the best for the children. Fortunately, the best interests of the children are also the goal of the family law courts in both Mississippi and Tennessee.

Fighting For Your Best Interest

Our attorney, Garry M. Burgoyne, understands the factors that both states’ courts consider when making decisions on child-related matters, and he will take the time to explain these considerations to you as you work through the legal process. Additionally, he will explain the legal terms you will encounter as your case proceeds, such as:


  • Legal custody: Parents awarded legal custody have the right to make major decisions for their children, such as medical, religious, and educational decisions.
  • Physical custody: Parents awarded physical custody have primary custody of their children, meaning they live with them most of the time.
  • Paternity: Fathers who were not married to their children’s mothers when the children were born must have paternity established. Without legally recognized paternity, fathers do not have any rights to their children.


In addition to custody and paternity, determinations about child support and visitation must be made. Parents can negotiate a child visitation schedule and send it to the court for approval. However, child support is determined by standards set in each state. In Mississippi, child support is based on a set percentage, while in Tennessee, income worksheets determine the amount a noncustodial parent will pay.


Would You Like More Information?

If you would like more information about any of the child-related matters listed above or if you have other legal questions or concerns related to your children, you can turn to our Olive Branch law firm for assistance. We reach out to the surrounding areas, including Memphis, Hernando, and Southaven. By taking advantage of our offer for a consultation with our lawyer by contacting us, you can gain peace of mind from having the information you need to make good decisions for yourself and your family.

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