12/10/2016 12:35 AM PST BY TMZ STAFF
EXCLUSIVE
DeAndre Jordan was a very happy man on Friday after being awarded joint custody of his 1-year-old son … the latest in a contentious custody war with his baby mama.
TMZ Sports has learned … the Clippers superstar appeared in a Ventura County courtroom with his attorney, Laura Wasser, early Friday morning where he was battling to get overnight visits with his kid.
DJ’s baby mama, who also appeared in court with her lawyer, Leon F. Bennett, is pushing for sole legal and physical custody — and DJ is fighting back arguing that he wants to be an active parent and have a major role in his child’s life.
We’re told the judge ordered joint custody for now — with overnights — and told both parents they may NOT have drugs or alcohol 8 hours before their time with the kid and must remain sober while the child is in their care.
DJ was extremely emotional during the hearing and even broke down in tears at one point. We’re told he’s very happy with Friday’s results.
The case is due back in court in March.
