Child Custody

• A child custody case allows a person to establish formal parental rights to their children. You may seek a court order for child custody, child support, and visitation rights.

• Common Issues:

  • Child Custody

  • Child Support

  • Visitation (Supervised or Unsupervised)

  • Parenting Plans

  • Domestic

Divorces

• To legally file for divorce in Los Angeles County, you or your spouse must have lived in California at least 6 months before filing for divorce and at least 3 months in the county of Los Angeles leading up to filing.

• The earliest a divorce can be finalized is at least 6 months and a day from the date your spouse is properly served with a summons and petition for dissolution of marriage. This is California law.

• Common Divorce Issues:

  • Spousal Support (Alimony)

  • Child Custody/Child Support

  • Division of Assets/Debts

  • Attorney’s Fees

  • Domestic Violence Restraining Orders