If you are in the middle of a dispute over child custody, have concerns about your former partner’s ability to raise your child and fear that your custody rights are at stake, it is critical to carefully approach these issues. According to the Judicial Branch of...
In a highly emotional custody battle, if you are like most parents, you want to know how to better your chances of a positive outcome. Is it possible that you could be hurting your own custody battle? According to Huffington Post, there are some tell-tale signs that...
Rather than being governed by federal law, family law matters in California fall under state law. However, it is not necessarily helpful to consider cases or precedents established elsewhere since family law also varies from state to state. When divorcing parents need...
Fighting with an ex over every small detail of a divorce might seem like the normal thing to do, but in fact many divorcing couples do quite the opposite. By using mediation it is possible to have a non-adversarial divorce in which a couple can resolve problems...
For parents, there is usually one thing that takes precedence above all other matters during divorce -- their children. California state law addresses how parents should handle child custody, including what should be included in a parenting plan. California is also...
Parents have a lot on their minds when going through divorce, but throughout the process they usually keep their main focus on their children. As a parent yourself, this means that getting the right child custody order is one of your top priorities. However, certain...
The basics of divorce may seem obvious to most people. However, much of what people believe to be fact regarding California family law is more myth than anything else. From child custody to property division, there is no shortage of misinformation. Fathers play active...
Divorce is a difficult process for children. Aside from seeing their parents separate, some end up as pawns in ongoing custody disputes. Not only is a battle over child custody costly and time-consuming for parents, it can be a traumatizing experience for...
California parents typically understand how important it is to respect their children's best interests during divorce. However, these same parents often end up overlooking their own financial interests in the process. Things like child custody can significantly impact...
It is not uncommon for unmarried couples in California to have children. While this situation works well for many parents, it can be difficult for some fathers to get time with their children. Establishing paternity is often the first step toward getting a child...
