Custody Friend Consulting

Navigate custody with clarity and confidence.

Sessions happen outside. Because hard conversations deserve fresh air.

Honest conversation with someone who has been through it — at your pace, in plain language.

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Consulting, not legal advice. Custody Friend Consulting is not a law firm. Sessions are not legal services, no attorney-client relationship is formed, and conversations are not protected by attorney-client privilege.

What we do

Practical support for the hardest parts of the process.

  • Prepare for what's ahead

    Understand the process before you walk into a courtroom, a mediation, or a tough conversation. I'll walk it through with you, step by step.

  • Get organized

    Timelines, paperwork, communications, and parenting logs — organized so you and your attorney can find what you need, fast.

  • Think it through

    A calm, experienced voice when you need to talk through a decision, a message you're about to send, or how to plan the weeks ahead.

How it works

Simple, private, at your pace.

  1. 01

    Book a time

    Pick a slot that works for you. Payment is handled at booking — no phone tag, no surprises.

  2. 02

    Share your situation

    A short intake form before your session so we can use our time well. Everything you share is treated privately.

  3. 03

    Meet one-on-one

    Video from a quiet outdoor setting, or in person at Great Falls Park. You leave with clear next steps and a written summary.

Why Custody Friend

You shouldn't have to figure this out alone.

I'm not your attorney here. I'm someone who has sat where you're sitting — both as a lawyer who has watched hundreds of these cases, and as a parent who lived through my own. That combination is why I do this work.

Custody is overwhelming. The right help isn't always more legal advice. Sometimes it's an honest conversation with someone who already knows the road.

Every conversation is private, judgement-free, and focused on what actually helps you move forward.

Sessions

Three ways to work together.

  • Remote Session

    $197 / 60 min

    A private video conversation from a quiet outdoor setting. Available nationwide.

    Book remote
  • Most booked

    Extended Remote Session

    $297 / 90 min

    Same format with extra time for complex situations. Available nationwide.

    Book extended

  • Great Falls Session

    $347 / 90 min

    Meet in person at Great Falls Park. Walking optional — we can sit or walk depending on what feels right. For clients within driving distance of Great Falls, VA.

    Book in person

Prices shown in USD. Exact rates are confirmed at booking.

Book

Pick a time that works for you.

Payment is collected at booking. You'll receive a confirmation email with intake instructions immediately after.

Reminder: This is consulting only — not legal services. Booking a session does not create an attorney-client relationship, and conversations are not protected by attorney-client privilege.

FAQ

Common questions.

Is this legal advice?

No. Custody Friend Consulting is a consulting service — not a law firm. Even if a consultant holds a law license in another context, they are not acting as your attorney in a consulting session. Nothing shared here is legal advice, no attorney-client relationship is formed, and communications are not protected by attorney-client privilege. For legal representation or legal opinions, please formally retain a licensed attorney in your state.

Who is this for?

Parents and guardians navigating any stage of a custody situation — considering next steps, preparing for court or mediation, managing co-parenting, or simply trying to get organized.

How do sessions work?

Sessions are one-on-one — either a private video call from a quiet outdoor setting, or in person at Great Falls Park if you're within driving distance of Great Falls, VA. You'll fill out a short intake form ahead of time so we can focus on what matters most. Everything you share is treated with care and discretion.

Can I reschedule?

Yes. Use the link in your confirmation email to reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment. Life happens — we understand.

How does this fit with my attorney?

You should have an attorney for anything legal — I'm not a replacement for one. What I can do is help you prepare before your attorney meetings so you arrive organized, with clear questions, and make the most of expensive billable time. I don't communicate with your attorney directly; all legal strategy stays between you and them.

My story

Hi, I'm [Your Name].

A few years ago, I sat in a courtroom trying to make sense of a process I had never asked to learn. I had the paperwork. I had done the reading. I still felt completely alone.

What I needed in those months was someone who had already walked that road — someone who could translate the process into plain language, help me organize my thoughts before I walked in the door, and didn't charge an attorney's rate to do it.

I started Custody Friend because that person didn't exist for me, and I refuse to let other parents go through this the same way. Every session I run is the one I wish I'd had.

If you're in the middle of it right now — take a breath. You're not alone, and you don't have to figure this out by yourself.

— [Your Name]

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Questions before you book?

I'm happy to answer a quick question by email or phone before you schedule. For anything time-sensitive, please book a session.