In order to convince a judge that you should be the custodial parent, you need to present a case that emphasizes all of your positive character traits. However, if you want to prove to the judge that your child’s other parent is misfit, you must have grounds and witnesses to support your claim. Trying to… Continue reading →
Posts Tagged ‘Family Law’
Co-parenting can work for you
Even though divorce separates spouses, it should not end the parent-child relationship because children benefit from a positive influence of both parents – even after their marriage has ended. Today, in most cases, parents are awarded shared custody. They are asked to come up with a feasible parenting plan – one that works for all… Continue reading →
Thinking of a legal separation?
A legal separation does not terminate the marriage. The couple retains their marital status even though their marriage has fallen apart. They choose to live apart. The same issues as in a divorce process needs to be resolved and adjudicated. These issues include child custody, visitation and support, spousal support, division of property and the… Continue reading →
Do you have spousal support issues?
Spousal support is a monetary payment that is made by one spouse to the other in the event of a divorce or legal separation. The spouses can either agree upon the amount and duration of the payments or they can have the family court intervene. When the court intervenes, the judge reviews each spouse’s: ·… Continue reading →
What are your parental rights?
Parental rights are given to both the mother and father. They are expected to be responsible for their own children. They also deserve fair amounts of parenting time with their children. These rights are expected even if the parents are separated or divorced or unmarried to each other. Oftentimes, fathers’ rights require extra attention when… Continue reading →
Dennis Rodman ordered to pay support
Once again Dennis Rodman has made the news. The former NBA basketball player has been found in contempt of court and ordered to pay $500,000 in overdue child support to his ex-wife. He was also sentenced to informal probation. An Orange County Superior Court Commissioner warned Rodman that he could face jail time if he… Continue reading →
Establishing paternity in Orange County
A child is considered legitimate when he or she is born from a union of a married man and woman. What happens when the parents are not married? Establishing who the father is of your child legally can be a challenging matter. However, it is important in order for the mother to seek child support… Continue reading →
Collaborative law
Collaborative law is an alternative dispute resolution process intended to resolve family law issues without going to court. Issues include, but are not limited to: · Divorce, legal separation, annulment · Child custody, visitation · Spousal support, child support · Division of property · Paternity issues Collaborative law is a creative approach to reduce conflict… Continue reading →
Can I lower my child support payments?
With today’s economy and job market, unexpected, significant decreases in income can be a reason to request modification of your child support order. If you have lost your job or received a decrease in your salary and are having problems meeting your child support requirement, you can ask the court to modify the amount of… Continue reading →
What are post-judgment actions?
Final divorce judgments are not always final. After it is entered by a judge, it may be necessary to request a modification. There are laws that allow a party to seek modification in the event of a significant change in circumstances. For example: · Financial changes · Relocation · Remarriage · Change in the parenting… Continue reading →
Recent Post
In What Circumstances Does Supervised Visitation Apply to a Case?
The Answers to Your Burning Questions Regarding Mediation
Your Holiday Plans and Custody: How to Modify Your Order
What to Know When You Are Divorcing from an Abusive Spouse- Can I Attempt to Appeal My Child Custody Order After the Fact?
