International Child Custody and Child Abduction

Protecting Your Family Across Borders

At Markham Law Firm, we assist clients in navigating the complexities of cross-border child custody cases. Whether you are facing an international custody dispute or need legal advice on international custody agreements, we provide expert legal counsel to safeguard your children's best interests.

Our International Family Law Services Include:

• International child custody disputes

• Jurisdiction and forum disputes

• International child custody agreements

• Relocation throughout the United States or abroad

• Child Abduction to/from signatory countries to the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction and non-signatory countries

• Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA)

• Recognition and enforcement of foreign custody orders

• Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act (UCAPA)

• Entry/exit border removal safeguards

• Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA)

• Cross-border child support

Our Approach

International and cross-border family law is a unique practice area that requires a qualified attorney to navigate. We routinely coordinate with local counsel in complex international or interstate matters. From negotiating international custody agreements to litigating international child abduction cases, we provide the full range of legal services needed for your case. Our attorneys are fluent in multiple languages and sensitive to cross-cultural dynamics.

International custody cases require strategic advice. We tailor our approach to your specific circumstances and work closely with you to determine the best path forward for your family. Our team works diligently to resolve matters swiftly while ensuring that your rights and the well-being of your children are protected. To read more about our expert team of Attorneys, click here.