A parenting plan can address what happens when one parent cannot personally use scheduled parenting time. In some California custody cases, parents add a provision that gives the other parent the first chance to step in before a sitter, relative or other outside...
No one wants to be separated from their children. You likely envisioned building a happy family, but divorce can change those plans. While separation may end one chapter of your life, it does not have to end your relationship with your child. Child custody cases can...
When a marriage begins to crumble, one parent might decide to move out of the family home before the divorce gets finalized. In many cases, it's often the father who makes the decision. Some choose to do so to reduce conflict at home and create a calm environment for...
Learning that your child may need therapy can feel overwhelming. When you and your co-parent disagree about treatment, uncertainty over who can decide may delay needed support. In California, the answer usually depends on your custody order. What does your custody...
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...