Puja Sachdev | July 2, 2023 | Child Custody
If you read the title of this blog quickly, you might believe there is a typo. The words “paternal” and “parental” are very similar. However, the words have very different meanings and are not interchangeable. Parents involved in a San Diego child custody case need to understand the difference. One establishes a father’s rights, and… read more
Puja Sachdev | May 8, 2023 | Child Custody
Some amount of parental tension will probably emerge during and after divorce. Children need time and space to adjust to the new living arrangements and relationships within their families. But parental alienation represents more than mere tension. Parental alienation happens when a parent or caretaker actively manipulates the children to reject a parent out of… read more
Puja Sachdev | April 17, 2023 | Child Custody
“Ex parte” is a Latin term meaning from one party. In family court proceedings, an ex-parte order refers to a court order granted on the motion of one party without waiting for a response from the opposing party. Ex-parte orders are typically granted after the court holds an emergency hearing. How To File for an… read more
Puja Sachdev | March 23, 2023 | Child Custody
Child custody is often a core issue in a California divorce proceeding. Family courts in the state generally encourage parents to work with each other to create a custody arrangement in the best interests of the child. However, the divorce process can take time, and child custody disputes may not be resolved until months after… read more
Puja Sachdev | February 28, 2023 | Child Custody
It might be necessary for a parent to move after a child custody order is filed. If so, they can usually move up to 50 miles away in California if they have shared physical and legal custody and the other parent agrees to the move. However, if the other parent does not agree with the… read more
Puja Sachdev | February 13, 2023 | Child Custody
A parent in California with primary physical custody of their child is the child’s custodial parent. They live with the child and care for the child most of the time. Noncustodial parents usually have visitation with their children according to a parenting plan. The two types of child custody are: California judges favor joint custody… read more
Puja Sachdev | February 2, 2023 | Child Custody
A judge can order a child custody arrangement when family disputes involve children. These disputes can arise in many contexts, including divorce, paternity, and unfit parents. California law describes many types of custody, each providing a different set of legal rights and responsibilities concerning the children. Types of Custody in California California divides custody into… read more
Puja Sachdev | December 28, 2022 | Child Custody
The death of a parent or guardian is devastating for a child. In addition to the grief of losing a parent, the child’s entire world could turn upside down. Under normal circumstances, the surviving parent assumes sole custody of the child. However, what happens if the other parent is unfit or unable to assume custody?… read more
Puja Sachdev | November 16, 2022 | Child Custody
California courts are not eager to award sole custody to either parent. Judges always consider what is in the best interests of the child, and more often than not, that means having both parents active in the child’s life. However, there may be circumstances where that’s not in your child’s best interest and could lead… read more
Puja Sachdev | November 6, 2022 | Child Custody
The topic of child custody is often a hotly contested issue in California courts, and many people believe that the courts tend to favor mothers when awarding custody. While there is no clear evidence that this is necessarily the case, certain factors may influence judges’ decisions in these matters. Factors such as a parent’s ability… read more
