Category Archives: Child Custody
How Silence Can Help Litigants Obtain Their Goals in Family Law Court
In Family Law Litigation Silence Can Be an Effective Tool. Here’s how to use it. In family law litigation to get what you want, try closing your mouth. A well-deployed silence can radiate confidence and connection. The trouble is, so many of us are awful at it. We struggle to sit in silence with others,… Read More »
How to Get the Custody Orders You Desire in a Family Law Court Hearing
How Does One Obtain the Custody Orders One Desires in Family Law Court? What Evidence Should One Present? Hint: It’s Probably Not What You Think… WHAT NOT TO DO: In California Family Law Court, presenting evidence of the other parent’s poor character to support a child custody request is often not advisable for several reasons:… Read More »
How to Present Evidence in a Child Custody Case in California
QUESTION: How do you document your evidence in a child custody case? How do you organize it and present it to the Court? I am currently in a child custody case with my ex. I have numerous text messages and screenshots showing relevant events and facts I believe the judge should consider at our child… Read More »
Can the Parent with Legal Custody Enroll our Child in Boarding School?
QUESTION: Can the parent with full legal custody enroll my child in a boarding school that would interfere with the other parent’s court ordered visitation schedule? Mother has full sole and legal custody and I have set court ordered days and times. She wants to move him to a boarding school and that would take… Read More »
Protecting Your Children in California: Custody Considerations with Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Seeking legal counsel when navigating child custody amidst domestic violence is crucial. California law prioritizes the child’s best interests, and a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) can significantly impact custody arrangements. This article provides an overview of relevant California laws and considerations for individuals facing this complex situation. California’s Presumption Against Abusers in Custody Decisions:… Read More »
I Have Legal and Physical Custody of My Child Do I Need to File a Motion to Change Their School?
Question: I am in the process of divorce. I have been awarded sole legal and physical custody. Father has visitation on weekends. Which motion do I need to file to inform the court of my intention to change the minor child’s school in Los Angeles California? I am also requesting visitation changes to the order. Can… Read More »
Navigating Mental Health Factors in California Family Law Court: A Guide for Contested Custody Cases
Navigating Mental Health Factors in California Family Law Court: A Guide for Contested Child Custody Cases Learn how mental health factors of parents are considered under the amendments to Family Code and how they impact contested custody cases in California Navigating Mental Health Factors in Contested Custody Cases: A New Era in California Family Law… Read More »
Learn About Obtaining Information For a Domestic Violence Case from the Adverse Party
As of January 1, 2024, the Civil Discovery Act does not apply to matters under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act (DVPA) absent a good cause showing. INTRODUCTION: The applicability of the Civil Discovery Act to DVPA matters was a point of contention. In cases of alleged Domestic Violence some litigants would seek discovery under the… Read More »
Learn How California Courts Deal with Child Custody Issues in Domestic Violence Restraining Order Cases
California laws regarding child custody and visitation in the context of Domestic Violence Restraining Order Cases have been changed. If domestic violence or drug/alcohol abuse is alleged, amended Family Code Section 3011(a) requires courts to consider virtual visitation and grant unsupervised visitation only if the court finds that such visits are in the child’s best… Read More »
Learn How Social Media Posts Can Impact Your California Divorce or Paternity Case
In today’s digital age, where social media has become an undeniable part of life, navigating a divorce or a paternity case can be even more complex. While sharing updates and connecting with loved ones can be beneficial, careless posts can have a significant, and often negative, impact on your family law case in California. Here’s… Read More »