What are the common elements of a successful parenting plan in San Diego? Are there things the potential co-parents can do to lessen the impact of a divorce on their child(ren)? The short answer is “Yes!” there are definitely choices successful co-parents make in order to lessen the impact of a divorce on their child(ren) while creating a successful parenting…
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Can You Protect Your Privacy During a San Diego Divorce?
Can you protect your privacy during a San Diego divorce? What steps should you consider to keep embarrassing, private, financial, medical or sensitive information out of the public record? One of the first ways to protect your privacy during a San Diego divorce is to develop and implement a strategy for communications and social media. You need to realize that…
Can a Parent Be Considered to be Unfit for Custody and Parenting Time
Can a parent be considered to be unfit for custody and parenting time in a San Diego divorce? There are issues which can result in supervised parenting time or an award of sole custody to the other parent. What would cause the Judge in a San Diego divorce case to determine a parent is unfit for custody? Generally speaking, California…
What Should You Expect During a Child Custody Evaluation in San Diego
What should you expect during a child custody evaluation in San Diego and when will it be ordered by our Family Courts? There are many reasons for child custody evaluations associated with a divorce in San Diego. In some cases, the parties themselves are simply requesting expert outside guidance and ideas on how to carefully craft their own child custody…
Is There a Way to Reduce Conflict During Child Custody and Parenting Time Negotiations?
Are you searching for a way to reduce conflict during child custody and parenting time negotiations? If you are considering a shared or joint parenting situation it is important to develop a strategy to minimize the likelihood of conflict during the course of a divorce. Most parties in a divorce don’t realize how closely the Judge is observing their behavior…
Can I Take the Kids Out of State During a San Diego Divorce?
We are often asked “Can I take the kids out of state during a San Diego divorce?” It is important for all parents who are considering or in the process of a divorce to understand the Family Laws of California and how they apply in these cases. This is why it is important to work with the experienced, proven Certified…
What are the Responsibilities of Being a Custodial Parent in San Diego
What are the responsibilities of being a custodial parent in San Diego during and after a divorce? If a California resident is a custodial parent it means that he or she is the primary caretaker for a son or daughter. However, the other parent generally has visitation or parenting time rights, and the custodial parent should strive to maintain a…
The Genuine Benefits of Establishing Paternity in San Diego
There are genuine benefits of establishing paternity in San Diego not only for the father and child, but for the mother as well. It is important to understand the legal rights of an unmarried father in California. Here in our state, if a child is born to parents who are unmarried the mother retains all legal rights regarding child custody…
Fathers Are More Likely to Be Victims of Parental Alienation
It may surprise you to learn that a recent study by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers reveals that fathers are more likely to be victims of parental alienation. What is parental alienation and what are some of the signs you should watch for when co-parenting during and after your divorce? Parental alienation is the intentional disruption of the relationship…
A Few Misconceptions About Divorce in San Diego
While many of the old myths about divorce have gone by the wayside, there are a still a few misconceptions about divorce in San Diego. What should you know if you are considering a divorce? One of the major misconceptions about divorce in San Diego is attorneys drive up the cost of a divorce. The cost of your divorce and…