Child Custody Attorney in Fairfield, CA
Dual-Certified. Local. Built for Solano County Custody Cases.
When custody of your child is at stake, the attorney you choose matters. Law Office of Tiffany L. Andrews, P.C. has a physical office in Fairfield and represents parents throughout Solano County in custody disputes ranging from straightforward parenting plan negotiations to complex cases involving CPS investigations and dependency proceedings. Child custody is our highest-priority family law service, and our attorneys bring decades of combined experience to every case we take.
Attorney Tiffany L. Andrews has been practicing dependency law since 2006 and family law since 2008. That history can be a meaningful advantage when custody matters cross into child welfare territory, which happens more often in Solano County than many parents expect.
If you’re facing a custody dispute in Fairfield or anywhere in Solano County, contact our office at (916) 794-4576 to schedule a consultation.
Credentials That Directly Serve Fairfield Custody Clients
Most family law attorneys carry a single credential. Tiffany L. Andrews holds two. She is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) through the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization (certified 2015) and a Certified Welfare Law Specialist (CWLS) through the National Association of Counsel for Children, accredited by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization (certified 2011). For parents whose custody cases involve a CPS referral, a dependency proceeding, or a child welfare concern running alongside their family court matter, that combination is directly relevant.
Tiffany Andrews has also shaped California family law at the legislative level. She authored the resolution for Assembly Bill 2792, which addressed the termination of parental rights in cases of severe sexual abuse, signed into law in 2018, and authored the resolution for Assembly Bill 2294, which addressed custody proceedings involving findings of sexual abuse, also in 2018. That involvement in the state legislative process reflects a depth of engagement with California family law that goes well beyond the courtroom.
The firm has earned consistent recognition from Northern California Super Lawyers (2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023) and multiple Best of the Best and Top Lawyers awards from Sacramento Magazine. Legal financing is available through Retain Finance for clients who need flexible payment options.
Legal Custody, Physical Custody, & How California Courts Decide
California recognizes two forms of custody. Legal custody covers decision-making authority over your child’s health, education, religion, and general welfare. Physical custody determines where the child lives. Both can be awarded jointly to both parents or solely to one parent, and the arrangements don’t have to mirror each other.
Courts in the Solano County Superior Court Family Law Division, headquartered in Fairfield, apply the best interests of the child standard under California Family Code section 3011. Factors the court weighs include:
- The child’s age and current health
- Emotional bonds between the child and each parent
- Each parent’s practical ability to provide care
- Any history of domestic violence or substance abuse
- The child’s established ties to home, school, and community
California law doesn’t favor either parent based on gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religious beliefs, or disability. Courts generally prefer arrangements that maintain the child’s frequent and continuing contact with both parents, though sole physical custody with structured visitation rights for the non-custodial parent may be ordered when circumstances warrant it.
How Custody Cases Move Through Solano County Court
In contested custody cases, the Solano County Superior Court requires both parents to complete Child Custody Recommending Counseling (CCRC), a mandatory orientation and counseling process conducted by a neutral trained professional. The CCRC counselor works with both parents to reach a workable parenting agreement. If no agreement is reached, the counselor submits a custody recommendation to the judge. In cases where sworn allegations of domestic violence exist, parents may meet with the CCRC counselor separately.
We represent clients through every stage of Solano County custody proceedings, including CCRC preparation, hearings, and contested litigation when necessary. When a custody matter also involves CPS or a dependency proceeding, Tiffany Andrews’s background in welfare law since 2006 allows us to handle both tracks without the client needing separate counsel.
Custody & Visitation Matters We Handle in Fairfield
Our Fairfield office handles custody and visitation matters for divorcing parents, separating unmarried co-parents, and parents whose cases intersect with child protective services. We assist with:
- Initial custody orders through agreement, mediation, or litigation
- Custody modification when a significant change in circumstances affects the child’s best interests
- Parenting plan development and co-parenting agreements
- Parental relocation cases, which may require court approval under California law
- Visitation disputes, including supervised visitation and enforcement of existing orders
- CPS-involved custody cases and dependency proceedings
- Cases involving domestic violence, parental fitness concerns, or substance abuse
We offer multiple paths through custody matters, including collaborative law, mediation, cooperative litigation, and both full-scope and limited-scope representation. The right approach depends on your circumstances, and we discuss those options with you from the start.
Talk to a Child Custody Attorney at Our Fairfield Office
Custody decisions shape your child’s life and yours. Our Fairfield office serves Solano County parents who need a custody lawyer with the credentials, local court familiarity, and child welfare background to handle what’s in front of them. We offer consultations so you can understand your options before committing to a course of action.
Contact Law Office of Tiffany L. Andrews, P.C. at (916) 794-4576 or reach us through our online contact form to schedule your consultation with a child custody attorney in Fairfield.
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“Superior Customer Service”
- JetI was very lucky to have found Atty Andrews online because she addressed all of my questions and concerns over the phone for 30 mins without coming across as someone who is only interested in me as a client for money. She went above and beyond the phone consultation and normally there's a $150 consultation fee that she waived.
She was very helpful and honest and I felt that she genuinely had my best interest in mind and not her business for profit. She even recommended for me hire an attorney in Texas vs California because it is the most beneficial for my family and the one that makes sense the most. I would have loved to hire Atty Andrews to represent our family, but we will listen to all of her advice and recommendations. Thank you, Atty Andrews!!!
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“Tiffany cares about her clients and fights for their rights.”
Tiffany worked on my foster/adoption case - that was long, difficult, and drawn out. She researches every angle, is intuitive, intelligent and fights for her clients' to get the best possible outcome. Also, she genuinely cares about her clients best interests and provides guidance and counsel throughout the process.- Lora -
“Kindness and Generosity”
I can not thank me Andrews and her team enough for the kindness and generosity they showed me throughout one of the most difficult things I’ve had to deal with in my life. My head was spinning after months of googling and weighing my options while searching for a lawyer to handle my case. I imagine like most in the working class you may be afraid that you will make the mistake and hire the wrong lawyer. Wasting all your funds and end up no better off than you were. This was not the case with Tiffany and her team. I made the stupid mistake of going to the first part of my divorce custody case of going at it alone my case was very clear and I trusted the justice system to do what was right. This was not the scenario I faced. The opposition lawyer was able to manipulate everything and knew loopholes that the average person wouldn’t even believe was something that could happen in a court room. I can not stress enough it does not matter what is right and what is wrong you need a lawyer to protect yourself. As far as I’m concerned Tiffany and her team are mericle workers. I went into this thinking “oh great I’m going to be manipulated out of more and more money and I’m going to end up where I started anyway” following Tiffany’s advice I ended up being able to protect myself. From the moment I retained ms Andrews she was there for me literally day and night. I had many questions and issues throughout my case and though I don’t suggest anyone bothering her after business hours there were a few times I felt I needed to contact her and received a response very shortly after. These responses were often reassuring that she had things under control. This is a huge factor for me. Also she was very knowledgeable and always represented herself and myself in good light. I did not want to be vicious and aggressive and she managed to be assertive without being over the top. She was very respectful and I never had the feeling hat things were over my head. She always took the time to explained things to me in a way that I could understand and make well informed decisions. I would and will recommend me Andrews and her team to anyone looking for the best.- Brian -
“Thank you beyond measure to Tiffany Andrews!”
Tiffany Andrews has been a huge help to me in my custody/parentage case. Not only has she eased my mind in this whole process, but has educated and guided me on/through this every step of the way! Extremely knowledgable, professional and timely with responses to my every question. Thank you beyond measure to Tiffany Andrews!- Sarah -
“I would highly recommend her!”
Tiffany Andrews is an excellent lawyer. I found her to be efficient, knowledgeable, and honest. Going through the legal system is stressful and having a competent attorney is essential. She is very fast at explaining things, but thorough and excellent with her explanations. I would highly recommend her.- Laurel -
“No More Stress”
- Miguel LI'm very pleased with the way Ms. Tiffany has handled my case. She is very knowledgeable and has also shown me that she really cares for her clients. Hiring her has been my best decision in this long difficult case.
I would definitely recommend her if you are looking for Family Law Attorney.
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“Pleased with Service”
This law office has been amazing. Brenda is as great as the legal team that represents cases for families. I would recommend this law office. We are very pleased with their professionalism.- Previous Client -
“Guardianship”
Ms. Andrews,- Janet
Has guided and helped me thru a very difficult guardianship. I can't express how much I appreciated her expertise as my attorney. Thank you, Ms. Tiffany Andrews.
