Legal issues pertaining to children are often the most fought over in family law courts. Whether it’s to establish or modify a custody order, relocate, resolve a major decision for a child, or impose some restriction on parenting time, the outcome of your dispute...
Parents who are the victims of domestic violence or who have been living with an abusive spouse or partner should be aware that California law gives them some special legal protections. In family law matters, for instance, a special provision makes it difficult for...
Parents may have a number of reasons why they have to leave the Monterey area. For instance, a job opportunity may require a move to another state, or a family obligation could make it necessary to move to another part of California. A parent who wants to move has to...
Parents who are facing child custody concerns may wonder what the different types of child custody arrangements available in California are. Knowing what different child custody options are available can help parents better anticipate their child custody and...
This blog recently discussed the importance of having a summer parenting plan. It is also beneficial for parents contemplating the child custody process to be familiar with how child custody decisions are made. Child custody decisions are determined based on what is...
Summer vacation is just around the corner, bringing excitement as well as anxiety for some families. Families of divorce may face even more pressure each year when planning for summer vacation. Most of us think about the summer as a time to relax and spend time with...
Moving is a natural step in most people’s lives, whether it is for a career, a relationship or a change in scenery. A new place revitalizes your life in ways you don’t even anticipate. However, there are always consequences to moving somewhere, especially as a single...
Parenting is known as the hardest job in the world, and that's when both parents are under one roof. After a divorce or separation, parenting (or "co-parenting") can be even more challenging. You'll go through ups and downs, and some days will be more challenging than...
Both parents must decide on custody of minor children under the age of 18. Divorce courts are very concerned regarding the well-being of any children born naturally to both parents or adopted by the parents. If the wife is pregnant, the child should be listed as "one...
Children Lose When A Divorced Parent Is Forced Out by Honorable Anne Kass. Ann Kass is a District Judge in the Second Judicial District State of New Mexico What some divorcing parents would like, more than anything, is for the other parent to vanish. They believe that...