Custody battles are an unfortunate reality for many divorces. During these proceedings, things can quickly turn hostile and emotionally-charged. While we understand the difficult nature of these situations, the importance of staying calm cannot be understated. 

During any family law proceedings in CA, key documents, statements, and other forms of evidence play an important role as the courts work to resolve the dispute at hand. In order to prepare, every case has a lengthy period dedicated to uncovering said evidence. 

This is known as discovery, a process which ensures that both parties are able to access and present evidence related to the matter at hand.

With summer in full swing, many co-parents find themselves having to spend more time or energy on managing the co-parenting arrangement. Kids are at home longer, summer vacations often interrupt standard parenting schedules, and shuffling back and forth between both comes can prove to be a headache. 

Over the last few years, perspectives and the laws around marijuana have changed dramatically. With loosened restrictions, more people are accepting the use of marijuana as more normalized and not quite as taboo as it had been in previous decades. 

Disputes involving child custody are complex and dicey affairs where many variables and factors can come into play. As we’ve previously discussed, family law courts prioritize the well-being and best interests of the child when handing down custody and visitation orders.