Divorce or separation becomes more complex when children are involved. One of the hardest parts is finding a way for both parents to stay present in a child's life. When physical visits are limited by distance, schedules or conflict, virtual visitation can offer a way...
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What is the role of a guardian ad litem in child custody cases?
Child custody cases often involve difficult decisions that impact a child's well-being and future. To ensure the child's best interests are prioritized, courts sometimes appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL). The GAL plays a vital role in advocating for the child during...
How will military deployment affect my child custody rights?
Military parents who get deployment orders often worry about their child custody rights. Each year, thousands of service members must plan ahead to protect their parental rights while serving overseas. The law offers special protections to ensure deployment won't harm...
Can a teenage child refuse to visit one of their parents post-divorce?
Adults co-parenting in California often find themselves disagreeing about decisions regarding their children and their parenting schedules. The family courts generally expect the parents should cooperate with each other in a shared custody scenario. They should keep...
Understanding legal custody
Legal custody is a crucial concept to understand when it comes to parenting after a separation or divorce. It is essential to understand what legal custody means and how it affects your role as a parent. What is legal custody? Legal custody is the right and...
3 times visitation may be better than shared custody
Shared custody between parents is the standard in most California divorces. Either the parents or the judge hearing their case divides parenting time between both adults. They each have a certain number of overnight stays with the children every month. They like they...
How do you co-parent when you disagree?
Co-parenting after a divorce is a crucial part of ensuring your children continue to receive the love and support they need. While the end of a marriage can be painful, it is essential to remember that your role as a parent continues. Raising children with your former...
Parents who improve their situations may see their children more
When parents negotiate shared custody arrangements, they often set terms based on their current circumstances. The same is generally true of litigated custody cases. Family law judges in California consider a variety of different family matters when establishing a...
Tips for long-distance parenting after a divorce
Divorcing when you have children can be a challenge because everyone involved has to learn how to adjust to new circumstances. That can become more difficult if you have to move away from your child or if they move away from you. Because every situation is different,...
How to manage visitation in child custody arrangements in California
Parents who separate in California need to prioritize their child’s best interest by having a parenting plan. This ensures that their child will continue to receive love, care and support despite their separation. A parenting plan details the child custody arrangement...