What happens in move away and relocation child custody cases in Carlsbad after a divorce? It might be right away, or it might be months or years later. What happens in cases when one parent wishes to move out of the area or out-of-state with the kids and the local parent is against the move? The primary issue in these…
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Divorce Could Affect More than your Child’s Mental Health
Your divorce could affect more than your child’s mental health. Oftentimes, when it comes to how divorce affects children, a majority of articles focus on the mental health of a child post-separation. While this is incredibly important information to keep in mind, recent research out of Norway suggests that divorcing parents may need to consider their child’s physical health as…
Are You Concerned about Hostile Child Custody Exchanges
Are you concerned about hostile child custody exchanges and the impact these can have upon your children? California parents who were ending their marriages probably knew that child custody discussions could be emotional. The issues of custody and parenting time can sometimes turn out to be contentious even after the divorce has been finalized and court orders have been issued.…
Strategies for Co-Parenting During COVID-19
What are some strategies for co-parenting during COVID-19 until the time when school resumes? When schools usually let out for summer in California, divorced parents typically adjust their child custody arrangements and parenting time schedules to accommodate new schedules and summer vacations. During this unique challenge of COVID-19, co-parents sometimes run into trouble if their work responsibilities and child care…
Relocating Away From San Diego with the Kids after Divorce
Are you thinking of relocating away from San Diego with the kids after a divorce? Relocation when existing child custody orders are in place is a complex legal matter. This is why it is important to work with the Certified Family Law Specialists at Burke & Domercq who have decades of experience in relocation and move away cases in throughout…
Paternity Legally Ensures You Have Access to Your Child
If you are an unwed father of a child there are some legal facts you may wish to be aware of. Even if you filled out all of the forms at the hospital your rights to see your child and share custody and parenting time must be ordered by a court in a process called “paternity.” Establishing paternity legally ensures…
Effective Parenting Plans in a North County or Carlsbad Divorce
We are often asked about parenting plans in a North County or Carlsbad divorce. What is a parenting plan, and what is the difference between child custody and parenting time? A parenting plan is an agreement between the spouses which establishes all aspects relating to spending time with your children after a divorce as well as the decisions that will…
Issues Which Could Influence Child Custody
What are some of the issues which could influence child custody in a Carlsbad or North County divorce case? If both parents are deemed to be fit, joint legal custody would typically be ordered for the oversight of educational, medical and other factors. A shared parenting time schedule is generally preferred as many studies have shown it is best for…
How an Attorney With Decades of Experience Serve Your Interests in a Carlsbad Divorce
How does an attorney with decades of experience serve your interests in a Carlsbad or North County divorce? The majority of Californians initially attempt to file their divorce without legal representation. Unfortunately, less than half of these are able to successfully complete their divorce. A local judge was recently quoted: “I ask everyone who appears before me how long they’ve…
Child Custody Parenting Time and Support Survive the Expiration of a Restraining Orderf
Why are restraining orders so important in a domestic violence case surrounding a divorce action? Why should you attend the hearing and fight against a temporary restraining order becoming permanent? Did you know child custody parenting time and support survive the expiration of a restraining order? A few years ago California’s legislature enacted new laws under the “Domestic Violence Protection…