Custody & Visitation

Family law cases in California are often portrayed as contentious. This is understandable given the number of situations in which the sides have staked out their position and refuse to budge. In some instances, they are justified in doing so. Still, if people get...

Getting a divorce when there are children involved can be complicated. Many parents want their children with them as much as possible and are reluctant to share time with the other parent. However, research has shown that children typically benefit from the...

Divorce impacts many parts of a family. While there is a justifiable emphasis on minimizing the split's impact on the children, parents may want to make major changes as single coparents. This can mean more equally balancing the logistics of pick-ups and drop-offs and...

Parents generally have a right to care for their children and make important decisions about their health, safety and general welfare. However, there are circumstances where it may be appropriate to appoint a guardian for the child. With a guardianship, the parent...

There are many people in the Riverside area and throughout Southern California that talk a lot about father’s rights very broadly, in a way that suggests men are systemically being denied relationships with their children. Particularly for all parents who are going...

With summer break quickly approaching, parents often find this a tricky time of year. Their children’s schedules are often completely different and irregular, making it hard for parents to have a plan. Kids in the summer are in camps, sports, and other activities all...

In Riverside, Temecula and the surrounding areas, it is unfortunately common for married couples to decide to divorce. The details will vary based on the circumstances and every case is different. When children are involved, it adds several layers of complexity that...

Child custody can be one of the most contentious and difficult issues to resolve when a couple chooses to get a divorce. In California, parents can share custody of their children, or one parent may be granted sole custody. When a parent does not have custodial rights...