Child custody is one of the most complicated and emotional processes in civil law. Whether through divorce, separation, or between two parents that never married, California seeks to provide an opportunity for both parents to be a part of the process of raising the child. In these situations, California tries to divide the child’s time and financial responsibility between both parents as much as possible. However, circumstances can change in both the parents’ and child’s lives, causing changes to custody orders or impacting the initial onset of one. For parents facing incarceration and their ex-partners, it is important to know what happens in a child custody case when one parent …
Read MoreIs a Stepparent Adoption Right for You?
When someone enters a new relationship with someone who already has children, the individual has the option to advance a stepparent adoption. This is the process of becoming the new legal parent of the children to match the new relationship status. However, this is not a decision that anyone should make lightly. There is a ton of emotion that a child can already be dealing with when a divorced parent enters a new relationship. The prospect of formalizing the new parent-child relationship should be weighed on a case-by-case basis to ensure that it is the right thing for all parties involved. Consider these factors before advancing with a stepparent adoption. …
Read MoreHow an Upland Divorce Attorney Can Help You Create a Divorce Strategy
Going through a divorce in California can be a long, complicated process – especially if you’re getting into constant disagreements with your former spouse. When it comes to any kind of contested divorce with conflicts, having a strong divorce strategy that represents both your and your family’s best interests is crucial. By working with an experienced divorce attorney, you can trust that they’ll help you in forming a divorce strategy in addition to representing you throughout the process. Here’s some basic information on creating a strong divorce strategy and how a divorce lawyer can help you to do so. How to Create a Good Divorce Strategy There are a variety …
Read MoreIs Child Support Mandatory in California?
Divorce can be an emotionally challenging and stressful experience, especially if children are involved. If two spouses divorce, they are both still financially responsible for taking care of their children. Child support is a crucial system for helping ensure your children’s needs are being met as they age. Though the specific regulations are sometimes difficult to understand, both parents are obligated to pay child support after a divorce until their children reach the age of 18. Some divorced spouses, however, question whether they can waive their child support, but this is not legally allowed in California. Understanding Child Support Child support is a continuous contribution of money that is used …
Read MoreHow Is Child Support in California Determined?
Divorce can be complicated, and when there are children involved, it can be even more complex. In a divorce where spouses have children together, both are responsible for the care of those children, including financially. Child support is a necessary part of childcare after divorce. Though it can be overwhelming, understanding how child support is calculated in California can help you and your ex-spouse make informed decisions about your future and the future of your children. What Is Child Support? Child support is a portion of one parent’s income that’s paid to the other parent, or a portion of income that both parents must pay, to provide for the care …
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