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California Child Custody Modifications
There are certain life circumstances that could prompt a parent to make changes to an existing child custody or visitation arrangement. Making changes to an existing order requires a significant change in one’s circumstances and it is necessary to provide sufficient documents and evidence that can prove that the existing order is no longer… Read More »
What To Know About Grandparent’s Rights in California
For parents, gaining custody of a child can be very complicated but for grandparents, the matter can be even more difficult. Although the State of California has clear guidelines when it comes to ensuring parents play a meaningful role in the lives of their children, these measures do not apply to grandparents. As a… Read More »
What Exactly Does a Restraining Order Do?
A restraining order, also referred to as a protective order, is designed to hinder a person, referred to as a restrained person, from abusing or harassing another person, who is referred to as a protected party. In the State of California, former partners, spouses, roommates, family members, cohabitants, and coworkers can also be considered… Read More »
Establishing Parentage is Important, Here’s Why
Paternity cases are usually used to determine or confirm the biological father of an underage child when the parents were not registered domestic partners or married at the time of the minor’s birth. Before child custody and child support orders can be obtained from a court, the child’s parentage will usually need to be… Read More »
California Divorce Cases: Uncooperative Partners
Any person going through a divorce in the State of California can attest to the complexity of the process. Going through a divorce can be extremely stressful and many studies can affirm that. Unfortunately, many people find themselves in a less than amicable divorce, including facing a spouse who refuses to sign the papers… Read More »
Spousal Support: What Happens When Your Ex Gets Remarried
The State of California allows for spousal support, in spite of their declining popularity. When one spouse enters into a registered domestic partnership or remarries, all conventional alimony responsibilities cease. If you are making spousal support payments and your ex has remarried or entered into a registered domestic partnership, speak to an attorney who… Read More »
California Child Support FAQs and Answers
In the State of California, parents have the responsibility to provide their child with financial support, regardless of their marital status. When parents file for divorce or a legal separation, the court could order either party or both to pay for their child’s living and/or medical expenses. These periodic payments are referred to as… Read More »
Challenging Child Custody Cases
Child custody cases in California can involve a broad range of complex concerns, which may lead to long and drawn-out legal disputes. In many cases, complications in these cases can arise as a result of the unique needs of the minor or because of the unsuitability of one or both parents. If you are… Read More »
Restraining Orders in California: What You Need to Know
In the State of California, restraining orders are issued by courts to prevent specific people from abusing, harassing, threatening, or stalking another individual. Restraining orders can be issued whether or not the victim of domestic abuse is married to his or her aggressor. To obtain a restraining order, discussing the case with a qualified… Read More »
What You Should Know About Legal Separation in the State of California
When it comes to divorce in California, one of the biggest misconceptions is that you must first be legally separated before you can file for divorce, but this could not be further from the truth. Legal separations are an alternative to obtaining a divorce, and by no means are they required to get a… Read More »
