Many people in the middle of a custody dispute believe that their only option is taking serious matters to court. However, you may have one other option that will help you in your time of need – mediation. Mediation is one of the best ways to come to terms on an agreement instead of going… Continue reading →
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How do You File to Modify a California Custody Order?
After your custody order has been formed, this does not mean that you can never change it again. There are many reasons that call for a modification, such as the needs of the parent or child changing. If two parents agree on changes, they can change their court order by using the agreement that they… Continue reading →
How Both Child Support and Child Custody are Determined
Child custody and support are different things, but in some aspects they are also very similar because they both deal with the care of a child. When child custody is being determined, sometimes support will also become a prime factor. The court will take many aspects into consideration, but the biggest one is what is… Continue reading →
Pros and Cons and Arrangements Relating to Joint Custody
When you have a joint custody order, your arrangements may be different from any other type of order. Parents will typically have to agree upon a physical custody schedule based on their work requirements, housing arrangements, and the children’s needs. If the parents can’t agree on a schedule that works for them, then the court… Continue reading →
Child Preference for Custody in California
When a child is old enough to make certain decisions for themselves, it may become a question of whether or not they can choose where they want to live as their parents work through the divorce process. This may be one of the most difficult aspects of a parent’s life when it comes to their… Continue reading →
Divorce Involving Children With Special Needs
Divorce can be especially trying on those who have children with special needs due to the fact that determining the “best interests of the child” are always more complex. In many families, parents are unsure of how to address the unique needs of a child with a disability. In many cases, a child is receiving… Continue reading →
Winter Vacation Tips for Parents That Are Divorced
What happens when you have just gone through a divorce and the holidays are approaching? Where will your children go and what will you do? This transition may be one of the hardest in regards to divorce, especially when there are children involved. Now you can learn some tips about how to handle winter vacation… Continue reading →
How is Child Support Determined in California?
If you are part of a child support petition, you may wonder what will affect the amount of child support that you must pay or how much you should expect as the receiving parent. California child support is determined under California Family Code Section 4050 in any situation involving support, such as dissolutions, paternity, and… Continue reading →