Topics in Family Law
When Can a Nonparent Receive Child Custody in California?
California generally gives custody preference to a child’s parents, but a family court may award custody to a nonparent in limited circumstances. The court must[…]
Can a Premarital Agreement Be Challenged in a California Divorce?
A premarital agreement can shape how property and support issues are resolved in a California divorce, but signing an agreement does not end every enforceability[…]
When Is Minor’s Counsel Appointed in a California Child Custody Case?
In a contested California custody or visitation case, the court may appoint an attorney to represent the child’s interests when doing so would serve the[…]
Are Disability Benefits Divided in a California Divorce?
Whether disability benefits are separate or community property depends largely on what the payments are intended to replace. California courts look beyond the label attached[…]
Does Child Support End if the Paying Parent Dies in California?
A California child support obligation established by court order or enforceable agreement does not necessarily disappear when the paying parent dies. The obligation may continue[…]
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