730 Psychological Evaluations
Frequently a 730 psychological evaluation and more in depth study is conducted.
The psychological evaluator then submits each of the parents and perhaps the child or children to a battery of psychological tests as well as clinical observations.
The determination (730 evaluation) is made first as to whether either parent suffers from any psychological dysfunction. Then, the psychologist will look into the history of the child's life and the parenting plan that has existed over time, again, giving heavy weight to the most recent effective parenting plan.
The evaluator, still desiring to shake or rattle the child's life as little as possible attempts to project the existent circumstances into the future making minor alterations or suggestions. On the other hand, if there truly is good reason and a substantial basis for dramatic change, many psychologists will so recommend.
The Superior Court provides a mandatory mediation service, which assists all parents who have a dispute regarding child custody and child visitation. Attorneys are generally not allowed to be present during the child custody and visitation mediation when conducted through the auspicious of the Superior Court. An attorney's involvement in the process is to assist the parent in becoming ready for the mediation appointment and focused on the best interest of the child or children.
An experienced attorney can be of great assistance in the preparation for the mediation conference. Yet, the attorney's true contribution will be in formalizing any agreements reached and/or litigating any dispute unresolved through the mediation process.
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