The question of paternity can be a significant concern for individuals who have had children out of wedlock. Establishing paternity for legal, emotional, and financial reasons is essential. In this vlog, we guide you through the process of requesting a paternity test, emphasizing the importance of following the proper legal procedures. I. Filing a [...]
In family law, the concept of supervised visitation emerges as a crucial safety measures for children whose parents exhibit behaviors that are deemed potentially harmful. This vlog aims to shed light on the essence of supervised visitation, exploring the circumstances under which it may be mandated by the court and the role it plays [...]
Domestic violence can include physical, verbal, emotional, sexual, and psychological actions. Other actions, such as threats or coercive behavior can also be considered domestic violence. Without a knowledgeable domestic violence attorney, it can sometimes be difficult to identify it or figure out whether it’s cause for legal action. This is why learning more about [...]
When you are in a proceeding to decide how to share the custody and visitation of your children, many decisions must be made by you and the other parent on how you will co-parent your minor children. If you are unable to reach an agreement, the court will make a decision for you that you [...]
Here are examples of community property and separate property:
Anything you post on social media during a divorce can, and likely will, be used against you in your dissolution proceedings. Knowing what not to post on social media during your divorce is extremely important. You want to avoid posting about getting divorced on all your social media profiles because anything that can be construed [...]
There are two types of custody: legal and physical.
What do Judges look for in deciding custody and visitation cases? What is the best way of reaching a successful child custody case in California? In custody and visitation cases in California, the biggest consideration is the best interest of the child(ren). In deciding what is in a child’s best interest, the Court considers [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc in our daily lives. Schools are closed, parents are working from home, and some have lost their jobs. Life is not what it was just a few months ago. Children are now with parents all day—every day. Parents are now responsible for their children’s educational needs, entertainment, and [...]
Sometimes a family runs into problems and they get a visit from Child Welfare Services (CWS), a division of the San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency. The job of CWS is to investigate abuse of children and develop and enforce ways to protect them. Initially, if CWS believes abuse has occurred, it [...]
The Preeminent AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell recognizes an attorney’s exemplary legal ability and professional ethics. Learn more about the founder of JWB Family Law, Jane Wesley Brooks, CFLS. Jane is a Certified Family Law Specialist with the California State Bar, and a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Peer Rated lawyer.
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