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California courts must consider and give weight to a child’s preference "when the child is of sufficient age and ability to voice an intelligent opinion on custody or visitation". When a child turns 14, the California Family Code allows the child to voice a custodial...

It is no secret that family law courts can be challenging for men, especially when it comes to child custody. Studies show between 75%-90% of parents given sole or primary custody are women. But, do not fret, there is starting to be a major shift in family law courts...

CCRC is typically a requirement before any hearing where a party is requesting an order, it is imperative that fathers understand the goal of Child Custody Recommending Counseling (CCRC), before taking part in it. California mandates that parents attend mediation...

California Family Court Judges may order a Child Custody Evaluation, called a 730 Evaluation in certain situations. Typically 730 Evaluations are ordered to look into the mental health and parenting practices of one or both of the parents. While it’s the Judge that...

Dividing property is one of the most important aspects of any divorce, and it can be one of the most difficult. California is a community property state, which means that all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are considered to be owned equally by both...

A DVRO is a Domestic Violence Restraining Order. In order to get one, you must have been the victim of domestic violence, or have reason to believe that you are in danger of becoming a victim of domestic violence. If you have been the victim of domestic violence, or...

The first step when it comes to getting a divorce is to consult with an attorney to discuss your options. You will need to gather all relevant financial documentation, such as tax returns, pay stubs, and bank statements. It is also important to create a list of all...

When people divorce, it is not always because they have fallen out of love with each other. In fact, most divorces are actually due to irreconcilable differences. This means that the couple simply cannot see eye to eye on certain important matters, such as finances or...

What is Spousal Support? Spousal support, also known as alimony, is a payment that one spouse makes to the other spouse in order to help them maintain their standard of living after divorce. Spousal support is typically determined by a number of factors, including the...