Every couple preparing for California divorce proceedings has different reasons for divorce and different concerns about the process. Spouses often default to an adversarial approach to divorce. They fight with one another and may end up litigating in family court....
Co-parenting can be difficult in the best of circumstances, but it becomes much, much harder if you add a parent's undiagnosed, untreated medical condition. In some cases-- the ideal ones-- parents will welcome a diagnosis and treatment. In other cases, unfortunately,...
Divorce can be challenging, especially when children are involved. Most parents express concern over how their children will react and manage during and after divorce, and even though kids are resilient, it is essential to acknowledge that this is a hard time for them...
Social media is a part of our daily lives, but when you're going through a divorce, it's a landscape you should tread carefully. Here are seven tips to help you manage your social media presence during a sensitive time. Think before you post It's easy to share every...
The most important factor in contested child custody cases is the child’s best interest. However, parents and a California judge might have different views on what this constitutes. Accordingly, it is important for all involved to understand what is taken into account...
Parents in California often look forward to providing fun, memorable times for their children during the holidays. However, if they are not in a romantic relationship and are co-parenting, they must make clear plans to avoid tension and conflict that can affect their...
Co-parenting is a journey that comes with its own obstacles, but when a child has special needs, the dynamics become even more intricate. It requires an extra layer of understanding, communication and cooperation to provide the best possible care and support for the...
Having a child-centered divorce in California should aim to create an environment where children feel loved, supported and shielded from the conflicts arising from their parents' separation. By placing the needs and interests of children at the forefront, parents can...
California parents looking for truly equal custody arrangements may have some difficulty. Traditional custody arrangements have one parent having primary custody, and both parents alternating weekends. But there are newer custody arrangements available to parents,...
When California parents decide to separate, one of the most important decisions that they have to make is how to share custody of their children. This can be a difficult process, but it is crucial that both parents come up with a solid parenting plan so that the...
