What can you do to protect your interests in a contested child custody case? When you are in the midst of a pitched battle to determine the outcome of legal and physical custody and parenting time your actions really matter. The Court will be carefully observing each party during and after a divorce, how they handle themselves, communications, parenting style…
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Will My Existing Child Support Be Reduced if I Have Another Child
We are often asked if existing child support will be reduced if a payor of support has a child with a new partner. Supporting a child is the responsibility of every parent in California. Child support is not necessarily linked to child custody and parenting time but is more closely related to the provision of food, clothing, shelter, health care…
If You Wish to Co-Parent During and After a Carlsbad Divorce You Need to Carefully Manage the Relationship
Do you intend to co-parent during and after a Carlsbad divorce? If you wish to share child custody and/or parenting time with your former spouse it will be important to carefully manage your relationship with the co-parent throughout the divorce and in the coming months and years. What are some tips for those who plan to co-parent during and after…
Illness on Your Day with a Child and Other Parenting Time Questions
We are often asked about illness on your day with a child and other parenting time related questions. Most Child Custody and Parenting Time plans carefully anticipate every possible scenario and provide specific instructions for how to handle the situation. Your parenting plan should also provide a process to resolve any disputes which might arise along the way. One of…
Can I Be Denied Parenting Time when Behind on Child Support
Can I be denied parenting time when behind on child support in San Diego? Can my former spouse and now co-parent prevent me from seeing my kids just because I’m late with child support? The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant economic hardships for many Carlsbad and San Diego households. This has led to challenges in many co-parenting situations where child…
Be Cautious When Texting During a Carlsbad Divorce
Why should you be cautious when texting during a Carlsbad divorce? What other communications related policies should you think about if you are considering or in the process of a divorce? The reasons to be cautious when texting during a Carlsbad divorce are context, escalation and evidence. It is generally accepted that most aspects of communication are non-verbal. It’s not…
The Basics of Child Custody and Parenting Time in a San Diego Divorce
What are the basics of child custody and parenting time in a San Diego divorce? What are some of the legal concepts you need to understand when approaching child-related issues in your divorce? The primary legal focus in all child custody and parenting time matters is “the best interest of the child.” This should be the guiding principle as you…
Does a DUI Affect Child Custody and Parenting Time Orders in a San Diego Divorce?
Does a DUI affect child custody and parenting time orders in a San Diego divorce? What is the impact of a DUI upon existing child custody and parenting time orders? The guiding principle in California child custody and parenting time cases is “the best interests of the child(ren).” There are many factors such as alcohol and drug dependence, criminal activity…
Is There a Right Time to Get Divorced in San Diego?
What is the right time to get divorced in San Diego? Is there a time of year which is better? Should the timing of your divorce be determined by the age or maturity of your children or their schedules? There are signs that it is the right time to consider a divorce. One of the most common and easy signs…
How Will the Court Approach Siblings for Child Custody and Parenting Time
How will the Court approach siblings for child custody and parenting time decisions? How are factors regarding siblings approached during a San Diego divorce? California Family Law is focused upon the best interests of the child when it comes to child custody and parenting time decisions. Divorce is one of the hardest emotional experiences any child will face when growing…