Child Custody

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

Puja Sachdev | October 14, 2022 | Child Custody

If you are seeking full custody of your children in a California child custody case, you may need to prove that your ex-spouse is an unfit parent. There are many reasons why a parent may be deemed unfit in the eyes of the law. Some of these reasons include abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and mental… read more

Puja Sachdev | September 16, 2022 | Child Custody

Parents may need to modify their child custody arrangement and parenting plan several times before their children become adults. Unfortunately, going to court each time you need to change your custody order can be time-consuming and costly. Fortunately, there is a solution. Modifying a Child Custody Arrangement If you and your co-parent agree to the… read more

Puja Sachdev | September 6, 2022 | Child Custody

After a divorce, parents often have questions about custody and visitation arrangements. In California, there are two types of custody: legal and physical. Read on to learn more about the difference between these two types of custody and how they may affect your family.  Legal Custody  Legal custody gives a parent the right to make… read more

Puja Sachdev | May 19, 2022 | Child Custody

Co-parenting is the term for when two parents in different households raise children together. Some parents may have never lived together, while others go through a divorce, separation, or breakup. Co-parenting can come with many challenges. While some separated parents may cooperate and communicate easily, many do not.  Co-parenting courses continue to grow in popularity… read more

Puja Sachdev | May 13, 2022 | Child Custody

A child under 18 years of age is considered a minor in California. A parent is responsible for caring for their child until they reach the age of 18 years in most cases. Parents provide for the minor’s health care, education, food, shelter, clothing, and other essential items. However, emancipation changes that requirement. Emancipation is… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 17, 2022 | Child Custody

There could be situations where an extended family member may need to obtain temporary custody of children in their family. If so, they must petition the court. Generally, temporary custody is granted through an emergency hearing. How to Petition the Court for Temporary Custody for Extended Family Members in San Diego If a child is… read more