When it comes to child visitation rights, courts in California prioritize the best interests of your child above all else. However, if you feel your child is not safe with the other parent, you have a right to have their parenting time restricted. Depending on the...
When you receive a job transfer that requires relocating from Torrance, California to another city or state, your existing custody order does not automatically adjust to accommodate that move. California courts require you to petition for modification and prove the...
Your relationship with your child shouldn't suffer because of your ex-spouse's resentment with you. When the other parent's feelings about you start affecting your bond with your child, you face a serious problem. Thus, understanding parental alienation helps you...
Deciding custody is never simple. When domestic violence claims enter the picture, the process can feel even more intense. Courts focus on keeping children safe while weighing each parent’s ability to provide stability. Knowing how these claims affect the case can...
There’s a good chance that your character will come under attack in your child custody dispute. The other parent may allege that you live a partying lifestyle that includes drug or alcohol abuse, or they may allege that you engage in abusive behavior that puts your...
Hopefully the initial child custody order that was issued in your case will be a good fit for everyone involved, especially your children. But as time goes on, circumstances can change, rendering what was once an appropriate custody arrangement untenable. In this...
Given the best interest of the child standard that’s applicable in a child custody case, you may find yourself on the receiving end of personal attacks in your divorce or family law matter. While some of these allegations may try to hit your character, others will...
After a divorce, especially one with children, relocation issues often arise. And, one of the common questions is whether you can relocate with your children after a divorce. The short answer is maybe. California courts look closely at the child’s best interests and...
If you are going through a divorce with a child, creating a custody schedule is one of the decisions to make. You and your co-parent need to determine how your child will move between the two homes. It’s essential to select a schedule that suits your specific needs....
Child custody can be one of the biggest challenges parents face in a divorce. Parents may have the opportunity to create a child custody arrangement on their own. However, if parents cannot agree on a child custody arrangement, a court can determine custody on behalf...