For more than 25 years, the Law Offices of Susan L. Ward, LLC, has focused exclusively on the area of family law. We understand that determining legal or physical custody of a child can be an emotionally draining experience. We are committed to making the process proceed as smoothly as possible and will never lose sight of what you believe is best for you and your family.

We define our success in terms of meeting our clients' needs. Whether you are in the middle of a custody battle or have questions about joint custody, we can help. Contact us today to schedule a convenient appointment at our centrally located St. Louis law office.

Even after the divorce is finalized, or partners have separated, changed circumstances may call for a modification of the custody agreement or visitation schedule. Interstate visitation or domestic relocation issues often arise in St. Louis due to the large number of individuals who live in Illinois, but work in Missouri, or vice versa. In our mobile society, there are often custody plans that need to consider cross-country or international travel for the child. At the Law Offices of Susan L. Ward, LLC, we handle a full range of these complex child custody issues.

Grandparents' rights are also important in child custody cases, including situations where grandparents are seeking to receive custody or temporary custody even if the parents are fit to care for their children. In Missouri, grandparents are significantly limited in their rights, and specific circumstances may dictate what options are available. Unless grandparents have been given guardianship or other rights by the court, or awarded custody during a divorce, specific guidelines in Missouri are applied. Every case is unique, so please contact us to further explore your options. If the child's grandparents have been granted guardianship, the parent or parents may seek to end that guardianship and take back custody of their children.

We carefully handle all child custody situations and always put your goals as to the best interests of the children first. Contact us today to schedule an appointment to discuss how we can help you.