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In family law cases in California where the parties disagree about issues around child custody or judges have concerns about mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence, judges can order a 3111 or 730 Evaluation. Once appointed, the individual, typically a Psychologist, Psychiatrist, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMTFT), will evaluation both parents, all …

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 preference, unless the judge, in their opinion believes doing so …

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 prior to the court making any orders when either parent seeks custody of their child. …

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 orders the Evaluation in California Family Law Courts, either party in a …

What exactly is a 3111 Evaluation? As a father navigating the complexities of child custody disputes, you’re likely encountering a whirlwind of legal terms and procedures. Among these, the “3111 evaluation” can sound particularly daunting. But understanding what this evaluation entails and its role in your case is crucial for protecting your rights and, most …

In California, the Family Code does not favor Mothers or Fathers. Either parent can have custody of the children, or the parents can share custody. The judge makes the final decision about custody and visitation but usually will approve the parenting plan if the parents can agree. If the parents cannot agree, the judge will …

Gone the days of the Tender Years Doctrine that permeated through Family Law Courts across the country for decades. As of 2020, there have been over 125 empirical studies that show that some form of joint physical custody is by far the best for children of all ages. In the 1990’s studies began shifting away …

Child custody battles can be contentious. It really just depends on the situation of the parents and the child. The relationship between the parents and whether they are married or not will also play a big role in how contentious things can get. If there is already bad blood between the parents, then custody battles …

If you’re a father with questions about child custody, this is the article for you. We’ll provide an overview of what to expect in a child custody case, including the factors that are taken into account by the court. We’ll also discuss a father’s rights during a custody battle and how to protect them. When …

In California, as in most states, there are two ways to resolve disputes about child custody and visitation: through the court system or through mediation. Child custody mediation is a process where parents meet with a neutral third party – typically a mediator – to try to work out an agreement on custody and visitation. …