We are often asked does filing first in a Carlsbad divorce give you an advantage? There are many important preparations to be made prior to filing for a divorce. One of the first issues which may need to be decided is whether or not it is important to file first in your case. In some cases our clients are still…
Venue
Why is Venue an Important California Child Custody Issue
Why is venue an important California child custody issue? A recent case highlights the importance of “venue” from a legal perspective in California child custody cases. The issue of venue often applies to those in military service, as well as unmarried couples when one of the parents intends to move away or has left the state of California with a…
The Elements of an Interstate Child Custody Case in San Diego
What are the elements of an interstate child custody case in San Diego? What happens when a parent sharing custody of a child or children with the other parent moves or wishes to move out of the area or out of the State of California? The basic elements of an interstate child custody case are venue, the status quo and…
The Importance of Legal Venue in a Move Away Child Custody Case in San Diego
A recent California Supreme Court case reflects the importance of legal venue in a move away child custody case. Relocation or move-way child custody cases occur when a parent is sharing custody and parenting time with another parent. If a parent has “sole legal and physical custody” they are generally free to make decisions regarding a potential move. However, if…
What Should You Do if Your Child is Taken By a Parent to a Foreign Country
What should you do if your child is taken by a parent to a foreign country? What happens if one parent violates child custody orders and takes a child or your children across the border? How do you get your children back and what action should you take? Most international child custody cases involving a California Family Law Court and…
Does it Matter Who Files Divorce First in a Divorce
Does it matter who files first in a divorce in Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Vista or anywhere else in Carlsbad? We are often asked about the importance of filing first when approaching a divorce in North County San Diego. The most important thing to remember is a divorce should be carefully considered, and not something you race into just to file…