Category: Child Custody
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Joint Custody
Child custody refers to a parent’s authority to care for their child, and, during divorce, a judge can assign these powers between spouses as joint custody, or to only one parent in sole custody. The division of such rights can be quite complicated, and couples should not try to resolve these matters on their own.…
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11 Common Questions About Joint Custody Schedules in California
If you’re like many people, you have plenty of questions about developing a joint custody schedule during or after divorce. Check out these joint custody schedule frequently asked questions to see if you can find an answer here – or, if you don’t see your question or need personalized legal advice, call us at 209-395-1605…
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California Infant Custody Laws
California values a child’s right to spend time – and have good relationships with – each parent. But are there California infant custody laws that apply to babies and toddlers? Here’s what you need to know. California Infant Custody Laws California’s child custody laws don’t differentiate by age (except when a child is old enough…
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Temporary Guardianship in California: The Basics
Temporary guardianship in California means that an adult – someone over the age of 18 – is responsible for a child for a set period of time. The guardian can make decisions related to finances, education, medical care and other important issues, and he or she is responsible for the child’s care, as well. Temporary…
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How to Move Out of State with a Child
Moving to another state is a complicated and stressful endeavor, even in the best of circumstances. For divorced parents, however, this already intense process becomes another beast, altogether. While California doesn’t strictly prohibit parents from moving out of state, there are several extra steps you’ll need to take if you want your child to move…
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Parenting Time Agreements in California: The Basics
In California, parenting time agreements cover important information about: How much time a child will spend with each parent Information on how the parents will make decisions about important issues regarding the child Parents can share time with the kids, or the court could award physical custody to only one parent. A judge makes the…
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Halloween During Divorce: How to Help Your Kids
If you’re like most parents, the only thing you want for your kids is their happiness – and when the holidays start to roll around, you worry a little bit (or a lot) more. The holiday season is right around the corner, and if you’re going through a divorce, or if you’ve just received your…
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Divorce: What to Do First
If you’re thinking about divorce, what to do first is probably one of your main concerns. Should you move out? Take yourself off your spouse’s checking and savings accounts? Call an attorney? Here’s what you need to know. Divorce: What to Do First Divorce is a major life change, and for most people, that means…
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What is Parentage by Estoppel in California?
If you’re like many people, you’ve heard the term parentage by estoppel – but what does it mean in California, and how does it affect your child custody case? What is Parentage by Estoppel in California? Paternity is often assumed in California. That means the courts assume that the person involved in the child’s life…
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Does Adultery Affect Child Custody in California?
If you’re like many people going through divorce, you have a lot of questions – and one of them is Does adultery affect child custody in California? Adultery – what it’s called when one person “steps out” of a marriage by being unfaithful – isn’t supposed to affect your divorce. In fact, California is a…
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