How does domestic violence affect a child custody case in San Diego? Unfortunately, according to the National Coalition against Domestic Violence (NCADV) more than 10 million adults experience some form of domestic violence each year in the United States. While many in this number are repeat victims, the amount of abuse is simply staggering. Domestic violence isn’t only physical in…
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Are There Legal Protections for Couples Who Live Together in San Diego
Are there legal protections for couples who live together in California? The patterns of relationships in the past 20 years has substantially changed from the traditional rules of the past. The days of attending school, getting a job, getting married, buying a home, starting a family and working to retirement have substantially changed. Many couples today prefer to live together…
What Issues Will a San Diego Family Court Consider When Deciding Child Custody?
What issues will a San Diego Family Court consider when deciding child custody matters during or after a divorce or between parents who are unmarried? Does the Court consider the wishes of the child? The primary legal “guiding star” for California Family Law is “the best interests of the child.” The primary question in any child support related matter or…
What Constitutes the Best Interests of the Child Standard in a San Diego Parenting Case?
What constitutes the best interests of the child standard in a San Diego parenting case? Why is it important to understand this central guiding principle of California family law? When parents are working on child custody and parenting time plans or a Family Court Judge is asked to consider any interest involving a minor child the primary legal guiding principle…
The Impact of Alcoholism or Substance Abuse on Child Custody
What is the impact of alcoholism or substance abuse on child custody and parenting time during or after a San Diego divorce? If the other parent of your child(ren) has an issue with alcohol or substance abuse it is absolutely a cause for concern. Those who suffer from alcoholism or substance abuse often operate a motor vehicle while under the…
When is a Legal Separation a Good Option Prior to a Divorce in San Diego?
What is a “legal separation” and when is a legal separation a good option prior to a divorce in San Diego? A divorce completely severs all legal and financial ties between a married couple in California. A legal separation provides a process and structure to the separation of two parties from the marriage without ending the bonds of marriage themselves. …
Designing a Customized Parenting Plan in Your San Diego Divorce
Are you interested in a designing a customized parenting plan in your San Diego divorce? What do you need to know if you are a parent who is considering a divorce in San Diego? A divorce which involves children is actually quite a complex matter. Ultimately the Court must either decide upon or approve a parenting plan which resolves two…
The Role of a Grandparent in a Divorce
One of the most overlooked strategies when approaching child custody and parenting time is the role of a grandparent in a divorce. It is very common to have conflicting feelings about the parents of a soon-to-be former spouse and how they fit into your short and long term plans as a co-parent. How might the grandparents help to support the…
Important Things to Know about a San Diego Divorce
What are some of the most important things to know about a San Diego divorce? The Certified Family Law Specialists at Burke & Domercq have decades of experience in San Diego divorce cases. If you are considering a divorce there are several important things you will need to know. In order to file for divorce in San Diego you or…
Can a Child Decide Which Parent to Live With During a San Diego Divorce?
Can a child decide which parent to live with during or after a San Diego divorce? What happens if a child specifically asks to live with one of their parents? Child Custody and parenting time are emotionally charged issues for many co-parents during and after a divorce. It isn’t possible to overstate the emotional impact of hearing a child say…