Posts Tagged ‘custody’
The Effect of Adultery on Many Aspects of Your Divorce
Depending on the state in which you live, you may have concerns if you or your partner cheated during the marriage. Some states are not very forgiving of these matters and can take it out on the divorce process. Luckily, California is pretty forgiving of these matters – but it can still affect some things…
Read MoreHow You Can Prepare for Your Child Custody Mediation Case
Child custody cases can be complicated and difficult to solve, which is why it is suggested that many families participate in something known as alternative dispute resolution (ADR), making it easier on families and the court system. One of the most popular types of ADR is known as mediation, and it takes preparation. Sometimes people…
Read MoreAll the Basic Rules of Establishing Paternity in California
California is a state where families of all types are accepted and encouraged. Because of this, they want to conform to the needs of many different types of families, including those that are nontraditional. Because of this, it is important for fathers to understand what rights they have when it comes to paternity. Today, we…
Read MoreWhat Should I Know About Child Custody in California?
In California, judges know how stressful and difficult it can be to go through a custody dispute with your spouse. Parents typically have an idea in their head about what works best for their children, and the courts in California use this as a great place to start in the midst of custody battles. Parents…
Read MoreDo we Have Any Alternatives to the Traditional Marriage Route?
Our blogs typically discuss divorce and what options you have on a family law level. However, did you know that there are other alternatives to a traditional marriage? There have been many cultural changes over the years that led to these very important matters on unions. Today we will discuss some of these alternatives and…
Read MoreWhat Are Some Causes for Sole Custody to Become Necessary?
When you are in the middle of a custody case due to divorce, your lawyer has probably thrown around and explained terms like “joint custody” and “sole custody.” Anywhere in the United States, you could see a custody situation that is either joint or sole based on the best interests of the child, on either…
Read MoreWhat Should I Expect to Happen After the Divorce Process?
There are many parts to the divorce process, such as service, discovery, experts, pretrial matters, and even the big day: trial. However, the thing that many people do not understand is that, after your day in court, divorce continues in other ways. The process is still not over like you may have expected, and you…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Private and Court-Ordered Mediation?
Mediation is a type of dispute resolution in the face of divorce that involves many aspects but may be right for you! For mediation to work, there are many factors that you may think about. For instance, did your attorneys request mediation because they feel as if it can be productive for you? Do they…
Read MoreHelp: If I am a Grandparent, Can I Adopt my Grandchild?
If you are the grandparent of a grandchild you love and the child’s parents are not involved in the child’s life or are incapacitated, you may wonder what options you have. It is not unheard of for a grandparent to intervene when they believe that they can have a positive impact on their grandchild’s life…
Read MoreIs it Possible to Terminate a Guardianship in California?
A guardianship in California automatically comes to an end when a child turns 18, is adopted or marries into another family, dies before turning 18, or the court decides to end the guardianship. Some of these terminations will end automatically, and others will require a specific court order. For the process of ending a guardianship…
Read MoreDo Guardianship Papers Overrule Custody Determination?
Guardianship and custody are similar in many ways, but also different in a few. Each state allows for child custody and guardianship over minors, depending on the circumstances of the case. In many cases, rights cannot be taken from a parent, but that can change depending on what happened. If you are wondering if guardianship…
Read MoreUnderstanding 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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