When two people get engaged to be married, probably the last thing they want to contemplate is divorce. A prenup (or prenuptial agreement) is a legal contract entered into prior to marriage that does exactly that. It contemplates divorce, and spells out how the...
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Can the child be given a say in a custody determination?
California child custody disputes can easily become contentious, with the parents each seeking sole custody and maximum parenting time. While the child is at the center of the dispute, children can frequently have their own desires glossed over or outright ignored....
What factors may warrant additional child support in California?
During a California family law matter, children are a major part of the case. Parents engage in disputes over many issues related to their children. That includes child custody, parenting time, and child support. Regarding support, there is a specific guideline that...
Getting to know the basics about child custody
When our readers in California are going through a child custody family law issue, they probably hear the phrase “best interests of the child” quite often. It is one of those legal phrases that seemingly sets the tone for the whole case, like “beyond a reasonable...
Child custody and child support across state lines
If you have already gone through a divorce in California, you know that divorce is controlled by state law. Likewise, if you are under a child custody order, this too is controlled by California law. But, unlike the divorce process, which can be completed in a few...
How long do I need to wait to file for divorce in California?
Once the decision to divorce is made you and your spouse may be eager to simply get the process over with. Still, things do not always move as quickly as you would like. California has residency requirements that must be met before you or your spouse can file for...
There are penalties for failing to pay child support in California
Child support payments are often taken directly from the paying parent’s paycheck or are a recurring expense on their credit card. Still, not every parent is keen on paying child support. When a parent fails to pay what they owe in child support without a...
Can you get your child vaccinated without your ex’s permission?
Vaccines have been around for over 100 years now. However, many parents do not see eye-to-eye when determining whether they are right for their child. So, what does California have to say to divorced parents when one parent thinks a vaccine series is a good idea and...
How is your military divorce process different from a regular divorce?
You serve your country honorably, and now that your marriage is coming to an end, you deserve someone who can help your navigate military divorce and child custody. For those in Riverside and San Bernardino County we can represent both military personnel and their...
The LCSA’s role in enforcing child support orders
Raising a child post-divorce has its challenges, especially if your child’s other parent fails to pay child support. Without the shared responsibility of providing financially for your child’s needs, affording the many costs of being a parent can become prohibitively...