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Custody Laws and Unmarried Parents: What You Need to Know
Many long-term couples assume that living together creates marital rights. In California, that belief is wrong. The state does not recognize common law marriage, so...
Custody Laws and Unmarried Parents: What You Need to Know
Many unmarried parents are surprised to learn that parental rights in California do not arise automatically. Being present at the birth or signing a birth...
How to Get a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in 24 Hours
[SEE VIDEO FOR DETAILS] California courts can issue domestic violence restraining orders...
A Guide to California’s Guardianship Dispute Procedures
A child’s safety and stability are not negotiable. When a minor you love is in a vulnerable situation because their parents cannot provide adequate care,...
How a Change in Circumstances Can Help You Challenge an Unfavorable Family Court Order
[SEE VIDEO FOR DETAILS] If you received an unfavorable ruling...
Appealing a California Family Court Order: What You Need to Know
To appeal a family court decision in California, you must show that the trial judge made a significant legal error that affected the outcome of...
California Family Court Order Modifications: Your Step-by-Step Guide
To modify a family court order in California for child custody, visitation, or support, you must formally file a request with the court and prove...
Even If Unmarried, You May Still Have Rights After a Breakup
[SEE VIDEO FOR DETAILS] Breakups can create...
Modifying Spousal Support When Income Changes in California
Modifying spousal support when income changes drastically in California requires demonstrating a “material change of circumstances” to the court since the last support order was...