May a Responsive Declaration make a request for affirmative relief?   Yes.   It is not unusual to have a …

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In a recent child custody case, the trial court separated siblings due to their “influence” on each other, and awarded …

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In a dispute between parents over custody of their children the court awards custody based upon the children’s best interests. …

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Clients often ask if their child custody order is the “final” order. The answer to that question can be yes …

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Divorcing couples disputing over child custody and visitation issues may face a long and difficult path to resolution. California courts …

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Allegations of child abuse during a divorce can have a profound effect on custody arrangements, visitation rights, and the overall …

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Child custody and visitation disputes often involve long and emotionally difficult paths toward resolution. California courts typically have programs in …

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Paternity and custody cases often become highly contentious when parents live in different states or when one parent moves with …

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Why Evidence Matters in Child Custody and Co-Parenting After Divorce? In child custody cases following a divorce, presenting the best …

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There is no better way to lose custody than to demonstrate to a judge that you are not involved in …

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