In answering questions for many clients considering divorce, I found there are a number of myths that need to be dispelled. This article is an attempt to address some key…
Divorced parents can avoid conflict by planning ahead for back-to-school and special events, vacations, birthdays and other activities. Such planning is important for parents and children alike because it creates…
For some women, the idea of divorce might feel liberating. But for many, it’s just plain terrifying — between all the logistical questions of custody and who gets what and…
Rising divorce rates for people over 50 are one reason why an increasing number of older Americans are living alone. As Baby Boomers age, that number is expected to grow…
Litigants who wish to terminate a marriage in California must serve paperwork, called a petition and summons, on their spouse. The paperwork must be filed with the court before it…
In California, a petition for custody of minor children is a legal document that is filed with the court by a parent or legal guardian who is seeking custody of…
In California, a move away case refers to a legal proceeding in which a custodial parent wishes to relocate with their child to a new residence that would make it…
If one parent in California is denying the other parent parenting time, the parent who is being denied time with their child may need to take legal action to enforce…
A California paternity case is a legal proceeding that seeks to establish the legal father of a child. It is typically initiated when there is a dispute or uncertainty about…
In California, there is no specific age at which a child can choose whether or not to see a parent. However, a child's preference for visitation can be taken into…