Since August, 1988, all custody cases filed in Beaver County are scheduled for an initial conference before a Custody Conference Officer. It is a mechanism which brings the parties together for the first time after the filing of the custody complaint and attempts to get the parties to resolve issues regarding custody and visitation without the need for formal court proceedings. Since its inception, the Child Custody Program has helped the vast majority of litigants resolve their custody disputes without Court intervention.

The Juvenile Services Division is not involved in the filing process for child custody cases nor is it involved in the enforcement of child custody orders.

Juvenile Services staff members are neither qualified nor are they permitted to give legal advice. Child custody matters often involve complex legal issues. Questions about child custody issues should be referred to your attorney.

Information and forms related to the filing of child custody actions are available on the following link:
Pro se Center