The divorce and family law process demands that in the midst of the intense shock and sadness of divorce we reach agreement on or fight for the most important issues of our lives - our children and our financial resources. The Custody manual is a practical guide to the child custody process. It's a clear concise handbook on what to expect and how to avoid common mistakes during contested custody negotiations and litigation. The Custody Manual provides support for parents going through one of life's most difficult experiences. The author is able to empathize with parents' feeling and struggles in the custody process. Mr. Terbieten has 30 years of clinical and family court experience as well as personal experience dealing with divorce.