If you are going through a divorce with a kid, the judge will make custody decisions in the child's best interest. But what does this mean? Here is what to know about the best interest of your child: Common factors a judge considers Before giving a child custody...
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My ex is seeing someone. Should I stop visitation?
If you are divorced with minor children, the court will most likely pronounce a custody order. This order stipulates how parenting time will be shared going forward. But what if your ex has jumped back into the dating pool? Should you stop them from spending time with...
Toxic divorces call for extra attention to detail
Most estranged California couples who are going through divorces manage to move through the process in a reasonable manner despite the emotional difficulties. In some cases, however, one or both parties create a high-conflict divorce that prolongs the process and...
Co-parenting over the holidays
If you are a divorced parent in California, you may be concerned about how you will manage holidays in a way that will be in the best interests of your children. This can be an emotional time in which both parents and children feel the loss of their united family, but...
What to know if relocating with your kids after a divorce
Most California couples believe their marriages will last forever. Sadly, that’s not always the case as divorce is sometimes necessary. However, things are more difficult with children involved. If you are planning to relocate with your kids after a divorce, it’s...
Tips for finding hidden assets during a divorce
If a divorce appears imminent, start documenting assets and keeping track of your California expenditures. This information will help determine a fair settlement. If you think your spouse is hiding valuable information, here are some ways to uncover the complete...
What is parallel parenting?
After a contentious divorce, it’s often hard for California parents to work together. This creates significant issues when divorced parties have children. In those cases, parallel parenting provides a viable alternative that ensures that the needs of the children...
How to keep your divorce child-centered
When California parents go through a divorce, their children always feel the effects. However, there are some steps parents can take to prioritize the needs of their children during and after their divorce. Understanding how to keep your divorce child-centered can...
Dealing with the contrasting emotions of divorce
A divorce may be a legal procedure, but it is fraught with stressful emotions at every turn. Managing these emotions on top of the process of your divorce can be challenging enough, but the many emotions you might face at the same time are often opposite of each...
What is your standard of living?
A significant part of the divorce process involves planning for and adjusting to the changes it will bring to your life. Regardless of whether these changes are large or small, financial or physical, they can affect your overall standard of living. It is helpful to...