Child Custody

As you go through the child custody proceedings of your divorce, it's best to work together with your spouse to determine what parenting arrangement is best for your family. One common type that many California couples end up deciding on is 50-50 custody. This type of...

The state of California takes into account any domestic violence charges when determining child custody cases. Since courts are always looking out for the best interest of the child, they may not grant custody or visitation to a parent who has been convicted of...

If a domestic violence victim in California files for divorce, it's in their best interest to avoid contact with their estranged spouse as much as possible. Unfortunately, this is virtually impossible when both parties have children together. The victim will have to...

When you file for divorce in California and you and your spouse can't agree on a parenting plan, a judge may have to decide who gets custody of your children. They might grant you full custody, joint custody or no custody at all, depending on what the judge thinks is...

When parents get a divorce in California, the position of the state regarding child custody is that the child should spend a substantial amount of time with each parent provided that is in the best interests of the child. Children generally adjust to a divorce better...

Determining child custody is often a messy proposition that involves numerous people who want to be an active part in the life of a child. Some people think that the mother is always granted primary custody of the child while the father fights for the ability to see...