Bilateral custody assessments, also known as parenting assessments or custody and access reports, are comprehensive evaluations conducted by independent experts to help courts determine the best interests of a child in custody and access disputes.
The process involves gathering information from various sources, including interviews with each parent and the children, psychological testing of parents, collateral interviews with other significant individuals, and a review of relevant documents and records. The assessor then provides a report with findings and recommendations for the court to consider in making a decision about parenting arrangements.
A thorough assessment typically includes a variety of methods to provide a balanced view of the family dynamics:
The primary goal of a bilateral assessment is to provide the court with an objective and comprehensive evaluation of the family situation. The assessor's role is not to assign blame but to:
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