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Summer vacations are supposed to be exciting for families, but in co-parenting situations, last-minute travel requests can quickly create conflict. Every year, courts see an increase in emergency filings and custody disputes tied to vacation schedules, out-of-state...
The big picture: "Best interests" is not a slogan-it is a safety-first decision rule California custody and visitation decisions are driven by a single organizing principle: the child's health, safety, and welfare come first. Judges may value children having frequent...
Rising costs in 2026 are reshaping the financial realities of separated and divorced families across California. From housing and childcare to groceries and transportation, inflation is not just a background economic issue; it is directly influencing how courts...
Family law continues to evolve in response to real-world challenges that traditional legal structures were never designed to address. Beginning January 1, 2026, California will introduce an important new tool: Assembly Bill 495 (AB 495), the Family Preparedness Plan...
When parents separate or divorce in California, the transition from a unified household to a coparenting arrangement can present significant challenges. Fortunately, California's family law system provides a comprehensive framework designed to support successful...
The Importance of Discovery in Family Law Cases Family law cases often involve deeply personal and complex issues, from child custody disputes to the division of marital assets. In such cases, the discovery process plays a critical role in ensuring that all parties...
Instead of March Madness, basketball has been in the news lately. For those who have not been tuned in, it’s a very interesting and competitive season! With that, some off-court dramas have also filled the news. Recently, Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards...
Guardian ad litem (GAL) refers to an individual appointed or approved by the Court representing the best interest of a minor or a person who lacks individual legal capacity to make decisions in a legal proceeding. Although uncommon, guardian ad litem cases do come up...
Family fights during the holidays, wedding divisions, and graduations ending in disasters. Co-parenting is important at every age and era of your children’s lives. No matter how old your children are, conflicts and arguments between parents affect children at every...
In recent years, with the rise of social media, the Court has dealt with two primary questions in child custody matters: Can a parent prevent a co-parent from posting the Party’s child/children on social media? Can a parent prevent their child from having a social...