A child custody hearing involves complexities and matters that can profoundly affect the well-being of family members, particularly the children. Although California courts typically favor joint custody orders, some cases may result in lengthy and emotionally charged...
Child Custody & Visitation
How to get through a tough custody battle
In most cases, California law calls for couples to share physical custody of their children after a divorce. However, this assumes that it would be in the child's best interest. If there is reason to doubt that this is true in your case, you may spend several months...
How do courts make child custody decisions in California?
A divorce can have complex components, depending on the family's situation. If the process involves a child, the parents will take specific steps necessary to settle child custody and visitation issues. However, this process can come with diverse challenges,...
When is supervised visitation appropriate in California?
Visitation can be essential to help maintain parent-child relationships after the divorce. However, the court often considers various factors before including it in the order. Sometimes, there can be risks involving the family's circumstances, making it challenging to...
Co-parenting considerations for a special needs child
Going through a divorce in California is difficult for all children, but it is even more stressful for special needs children. Co-parenting when you have a special needs child requires extra considerations, both during and after your divorce. Nevertheless, you can...
Should I choose alternate week parenting?
When California parents decide to dissolve their marriages, they immediately wonder what the best custody arrangement is. While a custody arrangement that involves parents alternating weeks is a popular option, some experts now report that it may not be the best...
How to get or change a custody and parenting time order
When California parents end their relationship, they will need a custody and visitation order. In the future, they might also need to seek a modification for those orders as the children grow and the conditions in the family change. Getting a custody and visitation...
Resolving child custody issues through mediation
Sometimes, the best way to have a child-centered divorce in California is to consider out-of-court alternatives when making decisions about the welfare of your kid. One of the most effective ways is mediation; however, you should note that it is only as good as your...