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Under California law, parents have a responsibility to provide for their children's custody, care, companionship, and financial needs. In addition, parents who are no longer together—separated or divorced—must establish quality child support arrangements to cover the expenses needed to raise their child.

Many people are able to find a new lease on life and tremendous happiness after going through a divorce. Some of these new beginnings—like getting remarried or having a new baby—can have a wonderfully positive impact on a person’s life.

Under California laws, parents – whether together, divorced, or separated – are obligated to support their minor children financially and cater to their living expenses. In addition, parents who are divorced may also consider planning for their children's college tuition when establishing child support agreements. If you're a parent in such a situation, you need to consult with a highly-experienced California family law attorney for proper guidance.

Divorces can happen for multiple reasons since no two relationships are the same. Another scenario is one spouse wanting a divorce and the other doesn't, so they flee. In cases like this, you’ll need to resort to alternative methods of serving divorce papers to ensure you gain the freedom and independence you need.

Divorce is often a difficult time for both parties involved—emotionally, mentally, and financially. Unfortunately, some individuals may prolong the process by using tactics that stall or obstruct the divorce. These tactics can range from subtle to outright offensive.

Marriage is one of the most important events in a person’s life. So much goes into planning a wedding and preparing for the future. However, one of the very last things people consider in the planning process is a prenuptial agreement.

The area of family law covers a broad swath of legal issues. That’s because “family” is about relationships, from prenuptial and other marital agreements to divorce, child custody, paternity, mediation, domestic violence, and restraining orders.

In California, children have the right to express their preference of which parent they would like to live with. This is done through a process known as “child’s preference.” However, this right is not extended to all children. The age at which a child can express their preference in California may depend on their individual circumstances and the judge's discretion.

Social media enables many benefits. It can provide a great way for a company to market its goods and services. It can keep friends and family up to date on one another’s lives. It can educate and entertain. No matter who is posting, why they are, and what they post, one thing is true. It’s out there for the world to see, read, and judge.

After the judge’s final decision to approve a domestic violence restraining order, you may wonder how this may affect a child custody order that’s either already in place or being set up.