After a divorce or separation, seeking sole custody of your children may the next important step in protecting the best interests of your family. Yes, child custody cases can be both complex and unpleasant. This is especially so if one of the parents…
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One difficult aspect of divorce is determining child custody. When you and the other parent cannot mutually agree to child custody terms, you will need to attend child custody mediation. What Is Child Custody Mediation? Pursuant to Family Code 3170(a…
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Parents of a minor child who are neither involved nor residing together will need to determine where the child will reside, where the child will attend school or child care, and other major decisions affecting the child. Sometimes parents may reach a…
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Many believe that family courts are gender biased. The truth is that California courts assume that each parent has equal rights and responsibilities regarding his or her child. Unfortunately, however, some fathers fail to adequately assert their righ…
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Child custody modification often becomes necessary when family situations change. Upon separation, parents must determine an appropriate custody arrangement. If parents cannot agree, then the court may issue an order that is in the best interests of…
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A child custody agreement is a voluntary decision made by parents to determine legal and physical custody issues. When a parent violates that agreement, they are taking actions that are against what has been determined to be the best interests of the…
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During a guardianship proceeding, a probate court judge gives someone – other than a parent – custody of a child. The recipient can also gets the power to manage the child’s estate or property. A guardian may be classified as a guardian…
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Obtaining guardianship of a grandchild can be a complex process. Legal guardianship allows a grandparent (or some other qualified person) to care for a minor child and make decisions on the child’s behalf. In order for a grandparent to obtain legal…
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Although a custody arrangement can theoretically be modified without going through the California court system, it is advisable that you proceed through the courts after contacting experienced Fresno custody lawyers. It is important to understand tha…
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In many cases, the parties themselves can make their own decisions about legal and physical custody. These decisions are incorporated into a settlement agreement which both parties sign, along with a judge. It is only when the parties are unable to a…
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