Topics in Family Law

California Domestic Violence Restraining Orders and Child Custody Exchanges

Child custody exchanges can become particularly difficult when a Domestic Violence Restraining Order is also in effect. A parent may have court-ordered visitation while another[…]

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Can You Get a California Domestic Violence Restraining Order if You Do Not Live in California?

Someone experiencing domestic violence may leave their home, temporarily relocate, or stay with family or friends for safety. That can create uncertainty about where a[…]

What Is a UCCJEA Declaration in a California Child Custody Case?

When a California family law case involves minor children, the court needs information about where those children have lived and whether another court has already[…]

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Can a California Divorce Court Decide Who Stays in the Family Home While the Case Is Pending?

A California divorce can take months or longer to resolve, but spouses often need immediate answers about their living arrangements. When both spouses have an[…]

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Can a California Parentage Case Begin Before a Child Is Born?

Parents do not always have to wait until after a child’s birth to begin establishing legal parentage in California. California law allows certain parentage proceedings[…]

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