Parentage can be established by signing a Declaration of Paternity after the birth, marrying the mother, filing a Petition to Establish Parentage, or holding the child out as his own
When a state obtains jurisdiction over the issue of custody of the children, and one parent subsequently moves with the children to a new state, any further litigation must be heard in the state that first obtained jurisdiction under the Uniform Child Custody and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA)
Domestic violence is defined as physical violence, sexual assault, or behavior that has been or could be enjoined.
Many orders in family court are appealable. However, if one party has disregarded a court order, that party may be in contempt of court and unable to pursue an appeal.
In a custody battle, a family law court can order that a therapist to evaluate both parents, the children, and the parents living environment to determine the best interests of the minor children and recommend the a parenting arrangement.
A family court cannot use disability as a sole basis to deny custody.
Whether you’re dealing with legal affairs or planning for the future of your family, our Orange County family law and estate planning attorneys can help you take control of your life.