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LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This is a general template for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. This template must be reviewed, modified, and approved by qualified legal professionals before use. Laws vary by jurisdiction, and individual circumstances may require specific legal provisions not covered in this general template. Consult with a family law attorney before finalizing any custody agreement.

CHILD CUSTODY AGREEMENT

PARTIES

This Child Custody Agreement ("Agreement") is made on August 15, 2023, by and between:

Parent 1: Sarah Johnson

Parent 2: Michael Johnson

CHILDREN

This Agreement concerns the following minor children:

Emma Johnson, age 8
Jacob Johnson, age 5

1. CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS

1.1 Custody Type: Joint Legal and Physical Custody

1.2 Primary Residence: The children will primarily reside with Parent 1, with Parent 2 having regular and substantial parenting time as outlined in this Agreement.

1.3 Additional Details: Both parents agree to maintain consistency regarding bedtimes, homework schedules, and disciplinary approaches.

2. VISITATION SCHEDULE

2.1 Regular Schedule:

Parent 1: Monday through Friday during school weeks

Parent 2: Every weekend (Friday 6:00 PM to Sunday 6:00 PM)

2.2 Alternating Schedule: Parents will alternate weeks during summer vacation.

3. DECISION-MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES

Both parents shall jointly make major decisions regarding:

Education
Healthcare
Religious upbringing
Extracurricular activities

Day-to-day decisions shall be made by the parent with whom the children are residing at that time.

4. HOLIDAY AND SPECIAL OCCASION ARRANGEMENTS

Holidays will be alternated as follows:

Even Years:

Parent 1: Thanksgiving, Easter, New Year's
Parent 2: Christmas, Fourth of July, Halloween

Odd Years:

Parent 1: Christmas, Fourth of July, Halloween
Parent 2: Thanksgiving, Easter, New Year's

Children's birthdays will be alternated each year, with an option for both parents to attend a joint celebration.

5. COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES

Parents agree to:

Maintain open communication regarding the children's well-being
Use a shared calendar for scheduling appointments and activities
Not speak negatively about the other parent in the presence of the children
Share information about school events, health matters, and other important developments

6. MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

Any modifications to this Agreement must be in writing, signed by both parties, and notarized. Parents agree to review this Agreement annually and make adjustments as needed to accommodate the children's changing needs.

7. DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS

In the event of a dispute regarding this Agreement, the parties agree to first attempt resolution through mediation before pursuing court intervention. Both parties shall share the cost of mediation equally.

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