Did you know families can make custom child custody plans to meet the unique needs of their children? For many parents in Carlsbad and North County who decide to divorce, child custody and visitation issues can be some of the most difficult and contentious matters that accompany the end of the marriage. While both parents may be prepared to end…
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How is a Parenting Plan Different than Child Custody
How is a parenting plan different than child custody in a Carlsbad divorce? Child Custody is generally made up of two components: physical custody and legal custody. Physical Custody is the legal right to have a child live in your home, while legal custody is the right to make important decisions regarding medical, religious, education and other practices in the…
Understanding Child Custody in a Carlsbad Divorce
Understanding child custody in a Carlsbad divorce is crucial for any parent. There are basically two forms of child custody relating to the children of divorce in Carlsbad: Physical Custody Legal Custody “Physical Custody” relates to where a child will reside after a Carlsbad divorce or during legal separation. Physical custody provides a parent with the legal right to have…
Grandparent Visitation Rights Under California Law
What are the grandparent visitation rights under California law? What happens after a bitter divorce or a family argument. A recent case brings insight into a common question regarding California family law: Can grandparents seek court ordered visitation time with their grandchildren after a North County or Carlsbad divorce? California family law is written to honor the right to exercise…
What Should You Consider When Working on a Parenting Plan
What should you consider when working on a parenting plan in a North County or Carlsbad divorce? How complex, specific and rigid should an effective parenting plan (visitation schedule) be? One of the most challenging aspects of many divorces is the resolution of child custody and parenting time. An effective parenting plan should carefully consider the existing rhythms of your…
How Does Domestic Violence Affect Spousal Support?
How does domestic violence affect spousal support in a Carlsbad divorce? Domestic violence can and will have an impact on issues such as child custody and parenting time, child support and spousal support here in North County San Diego divorce cases. One example involved a case where the husband and wife had been married for over 32 years. The couple…
Parenting Plans Can Be Quite Creative Here in Carlsbad
Parenting plans can be quite creative here in Carlsbad and it is important to resolve disputes and ultimately reach agreement in these core issues. Child custody and parenting time (often referred to as visitation) are part of the parenting plan when a North County San Diego divorce involves a child or children. Our Courts believe it is in a child’s…
What Happens When a Parent with Joint Custody Passes Away?
A recent tragic case of a mother killed in an automobile accident serves as a perfect example for this question: “What happens when a divorced parent with joint custody passes away?” The short answer is sole custody is conferred upon the surviving natural parent in most cases. The best interests of the child(ren) will always be the principle factor considered…