In child custody cases involving a parent's desire to relocate with the children, the stakes are incredibly high. These "move-away" cases require careful consideration of what is in the best interests of the children. One crucial aspect of these cases is the cross-examination of the opposite parent.
Cross-examination is a powerful legal tool that allows attorneys to question the opposing party under oath.
During the course of a two day move-away trial in Department 36 of the Ventura Superior Court, Judge Jo Ann Johnson presiding, effective cross examination by Certified Family Law Specialist Marcus Morales led to the Court granting Mother the right to move away with the parties' minor child.
The cross-examination of the Father objecting to the move away led to the Father's anger issues being exposed on the stand. Many times, Marcus Morales was able to contradict the testimony of the Father by showing documents and evidence which showed the Father was being untruthful. By staying aggressive and not allowing Father to misrepresent or explain away his answers, Father became increasingly combative, allowing the court to see his true character.
During the questioning, the Father had to be warned by the Court to settle down. This led the Court to determine the credibility and character of Father in a negative light.
Due to the effective cross-examination of Marcus Morales, CFLS, Mother, the Morales Law client, was granted the right to move-away with her child. This is a win not only for the Mother and Morales Law, but is also in the best interest of this young child.
If you are facing a move-away child custody dispute, it's essential to have an experienced family law attorney on your side. They can help you navigate the complexities of the legal process and ensure that your voice is heard.
Please contact Certified Family Law Specialist Marcus Morales to discuss your child custody matter.