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Understanding joint custody in California

Joint custody is a common arrangement in California when parents separate or divorce. It involves both parents sharing the responsibilities, parenting time, and decisions for ...
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Should you use social media during divorce?

Social media has likely become an integral part of your daily life. You may use it to connect with friends, family and colleagues and update ...
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How a parent’s mental health affects child custody decisions

When it comes to determining child custody arrangements, the court looks at several factors, including the mental health of the parents. Their well-being helps guide ...
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Passport privileges and unpaid child support

Child support is an important responsibility that every parent must fulfill to ensure the well-being of their children. Failure to pay child support not only ...
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Navigating divorce and restraining orders

Divorce marks a significant change in a person’s life, often accompanied by emotional and sometimes physical conflicts. In cases where safety becomes a concern, one ...
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What is an Emergency Protective Order in California?

In times of crisis, individuals facing harm or danger may seek legal protection through an Emergency Protective Order in California. An EPO is a type ...
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How stay-at-home moms can prepare for divorce

Stay-at-home mothers give up a great deal for their families. Careers are one major sacrifice they make. By the time they return to the workforce, ...
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Can you make lump-sum spousal support payments in California?

Spousal support, also called alimony, can occur in divorces. It offers financial stability for one spouse. In California, spousal support can take the form of ...
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3 reasons more older couples are ending their marriages

Divorce among older couples is becoming more prevalent. While divorce has historically been common among younger demographics, recent trends show a rise in the dissolution ...
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The impact of parenting time violations

Parenting time violations can have a significant impact on non-custodial parents. These violations can affect their relationship with their children and overall well-being. Custodial and ...
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Addressing suspected child abuse during co-parent visitation

Suspecting that your child may be facing abuse during visitation with a co-parent is a distressing situation, but confronting them directly may not be the ...
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Child support considerations if a parent is self-employed

Child support in California can be complex. It includes factors such as the parents’ income, the number of children and the time the child has ...
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Must you still pay child support if your ex keeps the child away?

Child support is a sensitive topic and can be difficult to navigate when it also involves issues of custody and access. A well-meaning parent might ...
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6 steps to prepare for divorce

Divorce is a challenging process, and preparing for it in California involves understanding the state’s unique legal landscape. Taking proactive steps can help ease the ...
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Signs you may need a restraining order against your spouse

In relationships, safety and respect form the cornerstone of a healthy bond. However, when these elements falter and your personal safety becomes a concern, it ...
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5 factors affecting property division

One of the key aspects of divorce that often needs resolution is the division of property, particularly the family home. In California, several factors come ...
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Can children decide which parent to live with in California?

California courts focus on the best interests of the child when making custody decisions. The court assesses various aspects, including the physical and mental health ...
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How child support and alimony differ

The California Department of Health and Human Services reported a total of 220,519 child support cases in 2022.  It is far more common than spousal ...
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Understanding supervised visitation in California

Parental visitation is an important part of family law that allows the non-custodial parent to maintain a relationship with their child. Supervised visitation helps keep ...
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Approaching the topic of divorce with your children

Discussing divorce with your children is one of the most challenging conversations a parent can face. Navigating this subject requires thoughtful planning, open communication and ...
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Minor’s Counsel in California

Family disputes can challenge anyone. As these matters play out in court, children’s interests often become the focal point of deliberation. In 2021, the Judicial ...
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Is it time to file for divorce?

Every relationship faces challenges, but sometimes, it becomes necessary to ask the hard questions about your future together. Determining whether it is time to end ...
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The consequences of parental kidnapping?

In a press release from Senator Dianne Feinstein, she said half of the 246 cases of parental kidnapping in 2020 were in California. Obviously, the issue ...
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Challenging evidence in a domestic violence case

According to the Coalition to End Domestic Violence, about 10% of all domestic violence accusations are false. Anyone finding themselves in such a situation has ...
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