Becoming a parent is a stressful event even when a person has a strong relationship with their co-parent. Across California, men and women become new parents each day and jump into a world of unknowns. When paternity is in question, the difficult process of becoming a...
Month: April 2021
The advantages of ADR in divorce settlements
When the subject of divorce comes up, it often brings to mind a courtroom battle, long drawn-out fights over custody or property, and extensive emotional distress for the whole family. Fortunately, there are non-litigated options, called alternative dispute resolution...
Arbitration vs. mediation in my divorce: Which is a better fit?
There is a perception that California divorces need to be contentious and complicated with the sides in dispute over every issue and ending up in court. However, that does not need to be so. In some situations, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) can be effective....
Three options for visitation in California
When parents in California divorce, decisions will need to be made regarding child custody. While in some cases parents will share joint physical custody of the child, other time one parent will be awarded sole physical custody and the other parent will be awarded...
Factors considered when deciding child custody
When going through a divorce, California parents are often most concerned with how their choices will affect their kids. Parents naturally want what is best for their kids, and that may mean one or both feel they should retain sole or primary custody. This is one of...