Tag: Best Interest of the Child
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Legal Guardianship in California
In California, legal guardianship is a court order that gives an adult the responsibility of taking care of a child who isn’t biologically theirs. Once appointed, a legal guardian has many of the same rights, responsibilities, and decision-making power as an actual parent, including the ability to make medical and education decisions on behalf of…
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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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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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What is the Best Interest of the Child in California?
What is the best interest of the child in California? If you’re like many people, you’ve heard that phrase before – but what does it mean, and how does it apply? Here’s what you need to know. What is the Best Interest of the Child in California? When you hear the term the best interest…
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What Does “Best Interests of the Child” Mean in California?
Child custody cases in California typically revolve around the “best interests of the child.” But what does that mean, and how does a judge who doesn’t know your family determine what’s in your children’s best interests? What Does “Best Interests of the Child” Mean in California Courts? When parents can’t agree on child custody on…
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Dividing the Child: Should Children be Involved in their Parents Court Battle?
A close look at the psychological ramifications of involving your children in child custody disputes.
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