What do I Need to Know About Time Limits in California Divorce?

Divorce can be a frightening and confusing aspect, with many people changing their minds along the way. This is why the state of California has each couple think about their decision for six months before they grant a final judgment. When you go into the divorce process, do not expect to be divorced for at…

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What Options You Have as a Parent: Determining Guardianship

We can look at guardianship from a very different point of view: A parent who has fallen on hard times with an ex-spouse who is no longer in the picture. Assume that a mother wants to hand guardianship over to a grandparent or another loved one – what rights does she have to do so?…

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Can I Leave the State if I am the Legal Guardian of a Child?

There are many situations when the court will appoint a guardianship. For instance, you will find certain cases where the parents are deceased and a guardian has to take over – however, in many more cases, the parents are unable to care for the child due to illness or substance abuse. In many situations, the…

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What is the Process of Ending a California Guardianship?

Do you meet the criteria to terminate your California guardianship? If so, you must file with the court to end the guardianship of this person. There are some steps that you must take, which we will outline for you. California Guardianship Termination Process  Filling Out Forms: In California, various forms may be required of you…

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Understanding the Process of Becoming a Guardian in California

You may have a good understanding of how custody works between two parents when determining where a child will live. However, what is guardianship and what should you know about it? In many cases where guardianship comes into play, it is because one or both parents have died or are incapacitated, to being deemed “unfit”…

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Understanding the Process of Guardianship in California

What is guardianship? To understand this process, you must first understand that a guardian is someone who takes care of a child’s needs like shelter, education, food, medical care, and more. Many people may get guardianship and adoption confused, but they are very different. A guardianship is a legal relationship between a child and guardian;…

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Tips for Unmarried Parents Raising Children Together

Tips for Unmarried Parents Raising Children Together With marriage comes a number of legal privileges that help married couples raise children. However, many unmarried couples don’t realize they can get some of the same legal privileges—although it takes more work. Taking advantage of these legal privileges can help you, your partner, and your children alike.…

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