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When Can a Parent Move Away With a Child in California?

A parent’s decision to relocate can create difficult questions when the parents share custody or parenting time. Moving across California—or to another state—may affect school[…]

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What Is a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage in California?

Establishing legal parentage can affect some of the most important rights and responsibilities involving a child, including custody, visitation, and child support. In California, one[…]

Can You End Your Marital Status Before Your California Divorce Is Fully Resolved?

A California divorce can involve several separate issues, including property division, support, child custody, and other financial matters. Sometimes those issues take considerable time to[…]

How Are Retirement Benefits Divided in a California Divorce?

Retirement accounts and pensions can be among the most valuable assets accumulated during a marriage. Unlike a checking account or vehicle, however, retirement benefits may[…]

What Are Requests for Admission in a California Divorce?

California divorce discovery is often associated with requests for financial documents or written questions about assets and income. Another discovery tool, called a Request for[…]

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