California couples who are planning to get married might want to consider a prenuptial agreement. If they are already married, they may want to consider a postnuptial agreement. Both of these can help protect people financially in a divorce. While some people might...
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Fathers and relationships with children after a divorce
When California parents get a divorce, they might need to be particularly careful about ensuring that their children spend enough time with their father. In some cases, if the child lives with the mother and the parents are not diligent, a child's relationship with...
Resolving conflict in a joint custody arrangement
California parents who are getting a divorce might wonder whether shared parenting would work for them or if it would be disruptive for their children. Some people might think that because they are in a high-conflict relationship, they will be unable to manage shared...
Child support enforcement moves toward centralized system
Child support enforcement can be a constant source of stress and confusion for single parents in California as well as the government agencies charged with overseeing the efforts. When parents do not receive their court-mandated support payments, raising children can...
Kelis wants more child support from Nas after sharing custody
Some California parents of minor children might relate to the celebrity child support and custody battles that frequently play out in the headlines. Singer and songwriter Kelis has filed a court petition requesting an increase in child support payments for her young...
Thinking of the children during a divorce
California residents who are going through a divorce may want to keep their children in mind as it moves along. Failing to shield them from the more painful aspects of the split could cause issues today and during adulthood. One way to resolve custody issues is to...
Parents can choose from many types of child custody arrangements
Parents in California who are getting a divorce might wonder about the different models of child custody that are available. First, parents should understand that there are two types of custody. Physical custody has to do with where the child lives. Legal custody...
Collaborating for successful co-parenting
California parents know that parenting during and after a divorce can be a challenging situation. However, collaborating during the divorce negotiations to come up with a parenting plan that works well for all parties might be a key step in successful co-parenting...
Handling business matters during a divorce
California couples who operate a business together and who are also getting divorced should consider how they plan to handle the business. Some may decide to divide it up, while others may opt to continue working together. Regardless what is decided, there are certain...
Divorce mistakes to avoid
A divorce can be a painful process in many ways, including emotionally and financially. California couples who are facing the end of their marriages should make sure to avoid certain common mistakes during the process. Not finding the right attorney can make the...