Family Law Blog

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…

When a child does not want to see a parent, it can be a challenging situation for everyone involved, including the parents, the child, and the court. In California, the…

Parental alienation is a situation in which one parent attempts to alienate the child from the other parent by speaking negatively about that parent, limiting contact or access, or in…

In California, corporal punishment is generally not viewed favorably in child custody cases. The state's family law courts prioritize the safety and well-being of the child, and corporal punishment is…

In California, the court's primary concern when determining child custody is the child's best interests. This means that the court will consider all relevant factors, including the parents' ability to…

In California, child custody is determined based on the best interests of the child. When a parent has mental health issues, the court will take this into consideration when making…