We are often asked about tips for co-parents during or after a San Diego divorce. The best strategy is to seek the experienced advice and counsel of the Certified Family Law Specialists at Burke & Domercq which is tailored for the unique circumstances of your case. However, there are a few basics for anyone who intends to co-parent during or…
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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…
Child Custody and Parenting Time for a Special Needs Child
We are often asked for legal advice regarding child custody and parenting time for a special needs child. This blog is not intended to provide legal advice and counsel however we can provide insight for parents who might face decisions regarding divorce and or post decree issues associated with a special need child. A special needs child presents several challenges…
How is Paternity Resolved in San Diego
How is paternity resolved in San Diego? If you are the father of a child and are not married to the mother of the baby, how do you protect your right to see your child and participate in important decisions in the child’s life? If a baby is born to a husband and wife California law presumes the child to…
How to Get a Quick Divorce in San Diego
Are you searching for how to get a quick divorce in San Diego? When a couple decides to get a divorce in California, they may be worried that the process could take a long time. However, going through a divorce is different for everyone. If you are able to work through issues with your former spouse in a quick and…
Parenting Time Preferences in a San Diego Divorce
Are there parenting time preferences in a San Diego divorce case involving child custody? Does the Court favor either the father or the mother? Historically, many people believed the mother had an advantage when it came to decisions regarding child custody and parenting time orders. This is no longer the case and while the Judge has a variety of factors…
Interfering with Your Relationship with a Child While Co-Parenting
Are you concerned about a former spouse or partner interfering with your relationship with a child while co-parenting after a San Diego divorce? Have child custody and parenting time orders been issued as a result of your paternity suit but the mother doesn’t want you to build a good relationship with your child? There are primarily three strategies for a…
Do You Have to Pay Child Support in San Diego if Parenting Time is Equally Divided?
Do you have to pay child support in San Diego if parenting time is equally divided? There are many factors which go into the determination of child support in a San Diego divorce, as well as post-decree modifications to existing orders of support. The amount of parenting time is one of those factors, but not the deciding factor. It is…
What Issues Will a San Diego Family Court Consider When Deciding Child Custody?
What issues will a San Diego Family Court consider when deciding child custody matters during or after a divorce or between parents who are unmarried? Does the Court consider the wishes of the child? The primary legal “guiding star” for California Family Law is “the best interests of the child.” The primary question in any child support related matter or…
The Impact of Alcoholism or Substance Abuse on Child Custody
What is the impact of alcoholism or substance abuse on child custody and parenting time during or after a San Diego divorce? If the other parent of your child(ren) has an issue with alcohol or substance abuse it is absolutely a cause for concern. Those who suffer from alcoholism or substance abuse often operate a motor vehicle while under the…