When it comes to custody battles during a divorce, many men feel there is a societal gender bias against them from the outset. Whether that is true or not, it can affect not only how fathers respond to a judge’s decision concerning custody, but also their resolve to...
Mothers seem to hold a lot of power when it comes to child custody matters. For fathers who are looking to play a role in their children’s lives, this fact can be disheartening. But don’t let it dissuade you from pursuing a child custody and visitation arrangement...
One of the most common types of legal disputes that California residents might be a part of at some point in their lives is child custody disputes. Whether the parents are divorcing, or were never married, child custody disputes can turn into complicated and emotional...
Parents in the Riverside area who divorced may share equal custody with their child. However, this does not necessarily erase the animosity they may have between one another even after their divorce ended. When bad feelings persist, does this mean co-parenting is...
Child custody is the foundation for many extended disagreements in a California divorce. Parents are undoubtedly concerned about their child and want to cobble together and agreement that adheres to their best interests. Still, there will inevitably be issues in...
A lot of divorced parents struggle with the separation from their children -- especially when they can't have shared physical custody for some reason. Whether the situation is temporary because of illness or there's a long-term issue -- like a job in another state --...
The gloves have come off and your divorce is heating up -- but you and your spouse should really think twice before you engage in a custody battle.High-conflict divorces (and no divorce involving a custody battle avoids being "high-conflict") have long-lasting,...
You're absolutely convinced that your ex is a terrible parent and that the kids would be far better off in your physical care most (or all) of the time. It only seems reasonable to ask the court for sole physical custody.Before you do that, however, take a moment to...
Child Custody & Homeschooling during COVID-19 Many schools are now closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. What guidelines should be followed when determining timeshare now that schools have been closed? Court orders were made to address regularly...
With the current California health order to shelter-in-place, we are all trying to keep ourselves and our families safe while traveling down this uncharted path. This unexpected situation is difficult for all of us. We are separated from friends, family, and...