What is temporary custody in a Carlsbad divorce case? How will the temporary orders issued in your case affect the ultimate outcome of the divorce itself? At the outset of a divorce, the Court may be asked to establish temporary orders concerning many matters including child custody, child support and spousal support. These orders are designed to establish financial fairness …
Does a Child Choose Who They Want to Live With After a Carlsbad Divorce
Does a child choose who they want to live with after a Carlsbad divorce? How much weight will a Judge give to the expressed wishes of each child? A common misconception is once a child reaches the age of 14 they can simply choose which parent they want to live with. This is simply not the case. The Court is …
A Child can Give Input on Custody and Visitation Cases in San Diego
It may surprise you to learn a child can give input on custody and visitation cases in San Diego in some situations. Does it matter if a child wants to choose which parent they wish to live with? What is the process for seeking the input of a child and how old does the child need to be before the …
Can You Prevent an Ex-Spouse from Taking Your Child Out of the Country?
Can you prevent an ex-spouse from taking your child out of the country during or after a divorce in San Diego? There are several valid reasons for concern when a former spouse wishes to take your child(ren) out of state or out of the country. This is especially true if the child’s other parent is a citizen of another country …
What Does a San Diego Family Court Consider to Be the Best Interests of the Child?
The guiding principle of California Family Law in cases which includes a child or children is “the best interests of the child.” What does a San Diego Family Court Consider to be the best interests of the child? What do you need to know as a parent during and after a divorce which involves child custody and parenting time? While …
Does Your Child’s Opinion Matter in San Diego Parenting Time Cases?
Does your child’s opinion matter in San Diego parenting time cases? Will the Judge listen to the input of a child during or after a divorce? Will the child’s perspective outweigh the positions of their parents when it comes to child custody and parenting time? The short answer is the Judge will listen to the input of any “mature” child. …
Is a Child of Divorce More Likely to Seek a Divorce Later in Life?
We are often asked about the impact of a divorce on children. Is a child of divorce more likely to seek a divorce later in life or face other relationship-related challenges? There may be good news on this front based upon data in the most recent US Census. It is actually important to note statistics representing average outcomes over a …
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 …
How Can You Spot the Signs of Parental Alienation
What happens if one parent attempts to turn their child(ren) against a co-parent? How can you spot the signs of parental alienation and take action to protect the relationship between you and your child(ren)? Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS) was first identified in 1985 by child psychologist Richard Gardner. Basically, parental alienation occurs when one parent attempts to substantially interfere with, …
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