When discussing a San Diego divorce with someone who isn’t a lawyer I routinely get asked what happens when there is no “evidence” to support an issue in your divorce? Legal dramas on television are often to blame for this one, because most people don’t realize how often important events take place somewhere without security cameras. Does that mean it…
Parenting Time
What Will Happen to Child Custody and Parenting Time When a Parent Moves Away from San Diego
What will happen to child custody and parenting time when a parent moves away from San Diego? How is child custody determined when the co-parents will reside in different states? This may happen during the course of the divorce itself or in the months and years which follow. What do you need to know to protect your interests? Generally speaking,…
Is Child Support Still Required if Custody and Parenting Time are Shared Equally?
A San Diego divorce which involves children has many legal and financial aspects. A common question from our clients asks “is child support still required if custody and parenting time are shared equally?” Recent changes in California family law and the Court’s understanding of what is in the best interest of the child have led to changes in how the…
Does Your Child Want to Change Child Custody or Parenting Time Orders after a San Diego Divorce
Does your child want to change child custody or parenting time orders after your San Diego Divorce? Has your child approached you asking if they can spend more time with or live with your former spouse? After everything you’ve been through you are probably wondering how in the world to process this request. It is absolutely appropriate to establish rules…
You Could Lose Custody of Your Kids During or After a San Diego Divorce
Did you know you could lose custody of your kids during or after a San Diego divorce? If you have children and are contemplating or in the process of a divorce you may believe child custody and parenting time are going to be equally divided between you and your former spouse. If your divorce has been completed and custody and…
Develop a Strategy for Your San Diego Divorce
Are you considering the end of your marriage? It may surprise you to learn you need to develop a strategy for your San Diego divorce. Many people simply presume you file the paperwork and kind of see where it goes from there. It may have taken you weeks, months or even years to get to the point where you were…
Does Your Child Have a Say in Parenting Time in San Diego
Does your child have a say in parenting time in San Diego divorce cases? When will North County Family Court Judges consider the input of a child in custody and parenting time issues? California child custody and parenting time laws focus on a central theme: the best interests of the child. Our laws require Family Court Judges to presume that…
Accomplish Your Parenting Time Goals in a Divorce
What’s the best way to accomplish your parenting time goals in a divorce? How will a San Diego Family Court judge usually approach child custody and parenting time? While each case is unique and different there are principles which apply to every case. The first is something you need to clearly focus on if you have kids and are seeking…
Experienced Child Custody Attorneys in San Diego
Are you searching for experienced child custody attorneys in San Diego? Are you in the process of a divorce and concerned about protecting your goals as a parent? Have you completed a divorce in the past and need some help restructuring child custody orders? If there has been a change in you or your co-parent’s life we can help with…
Virtual Visitation in the Age of COVID-19 Here in San Diego
Virtual visitation in the age of COVID-19 here in San Diego is not a novel concept. Virtual visitation during the course of your divorce or after final orders have been issued in a Carlsbad, North County or San Diego divorce is becoming much more common. Virtual visitation in the age of COVID-19 is primarily facetiming, zoom, skype or other video-based…