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When married couples divorce and unmarried parents decide to break up, shared custody is usually the outcome. The California family courts will typically create or approve parenting plans that support the rights of both parents to time with the children. Of course,...
After years of living together and sharing the most stressful moments life has to offer, you know what your spouse is capable of better than anyone else. You may have been on the receiving side of your temper more than once, which may be while you are ready to file...
When a parent in California decides to relocate, the court could modify the child custody order depending on how far they are moving. Usually, the move would need to create some sort of disruption in the existing parenting plan for the court to consider it. If you are...
Domestic violence concerns can significantly affect child custody cases in California. In general, family courts take allegations, charges or convictions related to domestic violence very seriously, because the child is at risk in any environment where violence is...
Dealing with child custody can be one of the most difficult elements of divorce for California parents. This can be the case even when they are both committed to successful negotiations. However, parents can reach an agreement by focusing on the best interests of the...
Parents often disagree about what is best for the kids even when they are still married. After a divorce, those differences in opinion will be even more extreme. If your ex has family in Chicago or gets an great job offer in Boston, they could decide without...
If it has been some time since your child custody order was created, your child’s life may look very different. You or your spouse may have changed jobs or moved to a new home, and these changes can make it difficult to continue your previous agreement. Your child may...
Parenting your child is never easy, and it can be even more challenging when you share parenting responsibilities with someone who lives in another state. You may be currently be going through a divorce or revising your child custody and support agreements when one...
Divorce can wreak havoc on all aspects of life, and for parents, protecting their children's happiness and stability from the tornado of changes is usually a priority. Parents in California can work as a team after their split to raise balanced, healthy children....
Co-parents in California face a variety of challenges, including coping with emotional pain that accompanies a divorce. Thankfully, there are some strategies co-parents can use to overcome some of these challenges and look out for the best interests of their...