Need a Compassionate Child Custody Lawyer?

We understand that family matters can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to child custody law.

Child Custody

Jennifer Mills (Peeler) Peek

Attorney-At-Law

Establishing the terms of a custody arangement can be challenging, not to mention emotionally draining. Jennifer is not only highly experienced in child custody law but she also is passionate about assisting her clients through these proceedings. When you work with Jennifer and her team, they will provide you with a plan that meets your individual needs and protects the best interest of you and your children.

The child custody aspect of a divorce or separation is a very complex and important aspect of the process. Jennifer has worked with hundreds of families to ensure that the terms of the custody agreement protect the children involved and are as fair as possible. Jennifer has even assisted many serious fathers in fighting for shared custody and in some cases, even full custody.

Do not wait. If you are beginning or in the midst of a custody battle without proper representation of a child custody lawyer, call Jennifer today.

Child Custody Arrangments

There are essentially two types of custody: physical and legal. Physical refers to which parent the child resides with while legal custody refers to the parent responsible for making major life decisions affecting the child including those related to health, education, and general welfare. Ideally, both parents have an opportunity to come up with a parenting plan together. But unfortunately, in many cases, the emotions involved are just too raw or the situations are just too complex.

If the parents are not able to design a parenting plan that both agree to, the law must step in. Typically, the following options exist in relation to custody:

Sole Custody – One parent makes decisions for the child without the other parent.
Joint Legal Custody – Both parents have a say in and can participate in the decision-making process.
Parent of Primary Residence – Residence where the child primarily resides and spends the most time.
Parent of Alternative Residence – Residence where the child spends parenting time based upon a schedule.
True Shared Parenting Agreement – Both parents have rights to parenting time with their child.

In many cases, even those that are not extreme, it’s not uncommon for parents to call upon the expertise of a trusted family attorney. Jennifer Mills Peek is a compassionate and understanding child custody attorney who is able to help parents reach amicable and fair agreements that support the entire family. Jennifer assists her client in understanding the factors involved in child custody, such as:

Needs of the child
Fitness of the parents
History of domestic violence or substance abuse
Parents' employment responsibilities and amount of time at home
Stability of the home environment offered
Quality and continuity of the child's current education
Geographical proximity of the parents' homes to each other
Parents' ability to agree, communicate and cooperate
Safety of the child and the safety of either parent from physical abuse by the other parent
Extent and quality of the time spent with the child prior to divorce or separation
Preference of the child when the chidl reaches a certain age

There are many other factors involved that Jennifer’s experience and knowledge can guide you and your family through.

Why Choose Paducah Family Law?

You deserve a knowledgeable advocate who is dedicated to helping people who are going
through the difficult process of family-related legal challenges.

Client-Centered Approach

Our first responsibility is to our clients.
We will always be there when they need us.

Attorney Jennifer Mills Peek PLLC

Specializing in Family & Criminal Law

Jennifer handles your Illinois or Kentucky family law (including divorce, child custody, adoption, grandparent’s rights, etc.), criminal defense, and general law needs (including wills, POAs, etc) in her friendly, family-oriented office setting.

She knows that all other aspects of family law are delicate and sensitive practice areas. We can treat you with the kindness, sensitivity, and discretion you would expect, yet still, be tough and strong on your behalf. It’s what we do, every day.