Child custody cases are legally challenging and emotionally charged, and when you add an international couple to the mix, the matter becomes that much more complicated. If you are in this situation, an important point to keep in mind moving forward is that the State…
How to file for child custody in California is one of the most important questions parents face when separating or preparing for divorce. Submitting necessary paperwork is only one part of the process; you must also understand your legal rights, the court’s requirements, and what…
As difficult as divorce is for you and your spouse, it’s even more emotionally challenging for your children – who don’t have the maturity, the coping skills, or the experience to understand what’s happening and to recognize that they didn’t cause the problem. In other…
To gain full child custody of a child, you must show the courts that sole custody is in the child’s best interests. When making these decisions, the courts evaluate the stability of both parents, their involvement in the child’s life, and their ability to provide…
When courts in California make child custody determinations, the children’s best interests are always at the forefront. When there is evidence that one parent has an issue with substance abuse, it can have a significant effect on the way courts determine what is in the…
Child custody battles are tough on everyone, but kids often suffer the most. If you're fighting for custody of your child, you're probably worried about how it will affect them. This worry gets even bigger when your child has special needs. These kids need extra…
California child custody laws are continually changing. The laws guide how judges make important decisions in family court and how attorneys pursue child custody cases. If you are preparing to undergo a child custody case, understanding these laws is a critical first step. We’ll cover…
You’ve heard that very young children engage in parallel play, but you may not have heard the term parallel parenting, which has a similar function. In high-conflict custody cases, the parents involved are often at the stage that they simply can’t put their animosity behind…
If you already have a child support order in place but have experienced a significant change since the order was handed down, you may be entitled to a child support modification. The State of California recognizes that parents’ circumstances change, children’s needs change, and that…
When your children are involved, the matter is of primary importance, and emotions – for good reasons – tend to run high. If you’re facing a high-conflict child custody case, there are several important tips that can help see you through with your parental rights…