Dallas, TX family law attorney Holly Draper shares her advice for clients who are fighting for custody of their children. She remarks that at their firm, they advise clients to focus on the big picture and consider where they want to end up at the conclusion of their custody case. The goal is always to position the client and their children in the best possible situation. More often than not, achieving this doesn’t involve a contentious courtroom battle—it’s about finding creative solutions, making compromises, and determining what will put that particular family in the strongest position.

It is crucial, however, to have an attorney who understands when to be assertive in a custody case. Knowing the right time to go to court, pursue a trial, or request a custody evaluation is key. The attorneys at the firm carefully consider whether an aggressive or amicable approach is most appropriate for each individual child custody matter.