Child Custody

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 | 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 | November 27, 2023 | Child Custody

A “traditional” family once consisted of two parents and a couple of kids. However, families come in all different shapes and sizes. Some families have one parent. Others may not have any parents because a couple chooses not to have children.  Today, a parent can be anyone who cares for a child. It could be… read more

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