Factors Considered When California Courts Determine Custody
Children feel the impact of divorce even in the most amicable situations. The process and outcome of determining custody, which is the rights and responsibilities of each parent in terms of child-rearing after separation, is easily the most impactful for children. In California, courts look at a variety of factors
The Top 5 Mistakes Parents Make in a Child Custody Case
Child custody cases can quickly become difficult for both parents. Though you may no longer wish to continue relations with your former spouse, you still need to continue interactions with them in order to create the best possible scenario for your children. Not only that, you want to avoid making
Minor’s Counsel and Family Code Section 3150
Divorce cases are often quite stressful. Yet, when the divorce involves children and having to endure child custody hearings, the situation can become even more challenging, especially when the parents have a tumultuous relationship. In these high-conflict custody cases, a "minor's counsel" may be appointed by either the court or
Handling Custody and Visitation During COVID-19
On March 11, 2020, the WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Lots of us have experienced unprecedented changes since then. Experts estimate that soon, up to 15% of Americans could be unemployed, with some statistics demonstrating rates already nearing 18%. Social distancing, isolation, wearing masks
Can I Relocate My Kids Out of State During Divorce Proceedings?
If there's one thing that parents can agree on, it's that their children's' safety and wellbeing is always top priority. It's one reason why the divorce process can be so stressful-- none of was want to cause our children stress or harm. Some of us may even be responsible for
Three ways to help kids get used to shared custody
On behalf of Pedrick Law Group, APC on Friday, February 22, 2019. Children often benefit from maintaining a healthy relationship with both parents, which is why shared custody is becoming the most commonly awarded custody option. However, sometimes children do not see the benefit right away. Sometimes children struggle with the changes that
Is it difficult to relocate with a child after divorce?
On behalf of Pedrick Law Group, APC on Thursday, March 7, 2019. A divorce is difficult for children, but it is also difficult for parents. Once a custodial parent has been determined and a custody schedule has been established, the key for both parents and children is to maintain consistency. However, job opportunities and
What custody type ensures my role as parent?
On behalf of Pedrick Law Group, APC posted in child custody on Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Raising a child is a serious and complicated business, especially for parents managing for the first time. Relationships between adults are also difficult, and the combination of separate parents raising a child can be very