Divorce and Family Law Blog

Puja Sachdev | May 13, 2024 | Child Custody

What you can do when you have your children for visitation depends on your custody order. If the court-approved parenting plan and time-sharing agreement do not restrict your activities with your children, you should be able to take them to SeaWorld San Diego without your ex-spouse’s permission. However, it is important to keep in mind… read more

Puja Sachdev | May 7, 2024 | Child Support

California has uniform child support guidelines to calculate child support obligations. However, a judge is not bound by the guidelines. The judge can deviate from California’s child support guidelines in some situations. What Does the Law Say About Deviating From California’s Child Support Guidelines? Judges have the discretion to deviate from child support guidelines for… read more

Puja Sachdev | May 6, 2024 | Child Custody

Snapdragon Stadium, located on Stadium Way in San Diego, CA, hosts a wide variety of events. Parents often take their children there to see shows, concerts, sports, and other attractions. Generally, you don’t need to worry about whether you have the right to take your kids to Snapdragon Stadium. However, what if you share custody… read more

Puja Sachdev | April 16, 2024 | Child Custody

If you have children, life after a divorce can be challenging. While you can divide property or assets in a way that never requires you to interact with your ex-spouse again, the same isn’t true for children. After the divorce, you will be subject to child custody rules and a parenting time order. This can… read more

Puja Sachdev | April 1, 2024 | Divorce

According to CNN, the divorce rate dropped to 2.4 per 1,000 people in 2022, representing an ongoing trend. At the same time, people were also found to be getting married at slightly lower rates than they did 20 years ago, signifying that couples are being more intentional with their decisions to marry. Nevertheless, thousands of… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 28, 2024 | Child Custody

San Diego is one of the most popular cities in California, known far and wide for its wonderful weather, beaches, and fun activities. One of the activities most loved by children and adults alike is a visit to the San Diego Zoo.  The San Diego Zoo is one of the most visited zoos in the… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 16, 2024 | Child Custody

The 42nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival is scheduled for March 16, 2024. It starts at 10:30 a.m. at Fifth Avenue & Laurel Street in San Diego, CA.  The parade is a popular family event. Kids love the festivities, but taking the family to the parade can be challenging, even when you have… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 13, 2024 | Divorce

What happens when you turn 18 years old and graduate high school? Are your divorced parents obligated to pay your San Diego University tuition fees for you? The short answer is “no.” No law requires parents in California to pay for their child’s college education after divorce. In most cases, child support ends when the… read more

Puja Sachdev | February 1, 2024 | Divorce

Marriages end for a variety of reasons, be they cases of adultery, abuse, or desertion. But sometimes, the reason is nothing more dramatic than two people simply growing apart. Situations like these are typically referred to as a “no-fault” divorce, as neither party is being blamed for the breakup.  Another term that’s commonly used when… read more

Puja Sachdev | January 31, 2024 | Divorce

Couples in California can legally separate instead of petitioning the court for a divorce. California is one of several states that recognize legal separation.  A couple must live “separate and apart” to be legally separated. Unfortunately, it may be too costly for couples to live in separate homes during separation. They may need to continue… read more