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A child custody agreement can be customized
Children often bear the brunt of their parents’ divorce. If parents who are working out child custody issues put the best interests of their children first, they will consider moving forward in a space of mutual respect. Divorcing parents in San Francisco can work together to customize their child custody agreement so it best suits […]
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What types of visitation options do parents have in California?
In California, when parents divorce, child custody decisions will be one of the most important issues they have to address. While sometimes joint physical custody is an option if it is feasible for both parents to spend an equal amount of time with the child in their care, oftentimes one parent will have primary physical […]
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California child support obligations
Parents have an obligation to support their children financially until they become adults, with some limited exceptions. In California, child support pays for living and medical expenses and is paid according to the court’s child support order. Child support payments are based on each parent’s monthly income and the time the child spends with each […]
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Tips on coparenting during the holidays
The holiday season is here, and if you divorced in 2020 the holidays may look different than they have in years past, especially if you have children. Parents in San Francisco want to ensure their children have a happy holiday season following a divorce. The following are some tips on coparenting during the holidays. Review […]
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Will social media affect your divorce?
Social media is an element of many people’s everyday lives, especially as more of us use these sites to connect with friends and family. However, just as your posts can have a significant impact on your friendships and your marriage, the posts you make on social media could influence the outcome of your divorce. Your […]
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What are your options for fighting deprivation of custody?
No matter the reason for your divorce, you likely hoped that you and your former spouse could maintain a united front for your children. Yet, co-parenting is difficult when only one of you puts your best foot forward. Your former spouse may do everything in their power to keep you from seeing your children. If […]
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Why an attorney might be helpful in your child custody dispute
Child custody is oftentimes the most aggressively fought over family law issue. Whether it stems from divorce or a paternity case, there’s a lot at stake in these matters. Your child’s physical and emotional well-being is of paramount importance, but your relationship with your kid is also crucial. Both of these issues can be dramatically […]
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The importance of creating a good parenting plan
No matter how you and your spouse feel toward each other, it’s important to put your children’s best interests first during your divorce. Your spouse may have had shortcomings as a partner. But they might be a loving and fit parent. To keep relations civil after your divorce, it’s crucial you come up with a […]
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Domestic violence exposure can have profound impact on children
Child custody disputes are often hotly contested, and for good reason. Parents sometimes differ in their parenting styles and their determination of what is best for the child, which means that each side might believe that the child’s physical, mental, and/or emotional health is jeopardized. Additionally, a child custody arrangement that restricts a noncustodial parent’s […]
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Tips for helping your children cope with divorce
Transitioning to life after divorce can be a lot to take in as an adult. And even if you and your ex have kept your plans and the legal settlement civil, your children may still feel stress or uneasiness about it. Instead of trying to pretend like the divorce is no big deal, you should […]