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Child Support Modification Factors

March 10, 2017March 23, 2017 by ljdfamilylaw

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In California, child support orders can be modified at any time the court deems necessary. Child support must be paid according to an existing order until such time as the order is modified by the court, and child support orders can never be modified retroactively, so if you believe that…

Child Support Determination Factors

March 2, 2017March 23, 2017 by ljdfamilylaw

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The vast majority of parents who are not the primary custodian of children in a divorce will be ordered to pay some form and amount of child support. Child support in California generally continues until the child reaches the age of 18, unless the child is still in high school…

Child Custody & Domestic Violence

March 2, 2017March 23, 2017 by ljdfamilylaw

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The California legislature recognizes that any potential exposure to domestic violence is contrary to the best interest of a child, and mandates that any court order must ensure the safety of a child and the child's family. Judges are required to consider any history of domestic violence or abuse when…

Factors in Child Custody Modifications

March 2, 2017March 23, 2017 by ljdfamilylaw

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In California, some court orders can be modified subsequent to the finalization of a divorce. These include spousal support, child support and child custody orders. All California custody decisions are based on the guiding principle of the best interest of the child. Over time, a child's needs may evolve, and…

Children’s Preferences in a Custody Dispute

February 17, 2017March 23, 2017 by ljdfamilylaw

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Child custody disputes are typically fraught with uncertainty and anxiety about a child's future, and parents may wonder whether or not the child's preference will influence the outcome. While any consideration of the child’s preference is an issue to be addressed carefully because keeping a child out of litigation is…

Factors in Child Custody Decisions

February 17, 2017March 23, 2017 by ljdfamilylaw

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If you are a parent involved in a child custody dispute in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Mateo and Silicon Valley area or anywhere in California, it is essential for you to understand the factors California courts consider in making child custody determinations. A custody decision will encompass…