When Can You Get Emergency Child Custody Orders? Child custody matters are often emotionally charged, and many parents may wonder if their situation qualifies as an emergency requiring immediate court intervention. While it’s natural to want swift action when your child’s well-being is at stake, the legal standard for what constitutes an emergency is [...]
What Custody and Visitation Rights do Fathers Have? Fathers play an essential role in their children's lives, and California law recognizes this by ensuring equal custody and visitation rights for both parents. At JWB Family Law, we understand how crucial it is for fathers to maintain meaningful relationships with their children, even during and [...]
What You Need to Know About Mandatory Settlement Conferences The legal process can be overwhelming, especially when disputes remain unresolved. The Mandatory Settlement Conference (MSC) is a critical step in the litigation process, offering a final opportunity to settle disputes before trial. In this article, we’ll explain what an MSC is, why it’s important, [...]
What Is Bifurcation in Family Law and How Can It Help Your Case? Family law cases often involve numerous complex issues, ranging from child custody to property division. Sometimes, addressing all these matters together can lead to delays that prolong the legal process. This is where bifurcation comes in. At JWB Family Law, we [...]
What Are Marital Settlement Agreements? When navigating the complex divorce process, one essential document stands at the center of resolving your case: the Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA). This agreement is the cornerstone of your dissolution case, as it formalizes and records every significant decision between spouses. From child custody to debt division, the MSA [...]
What Is a Move Away Request? When parents share custody or have a visitation agreement, deciding to move out of the area can become a complex legal issue. In California, the process for moving with a child when you have custody or visitation orders requires filing a Move Away Request with the court. In [...]
How Are Retirement and Investment Accounts Divided During Divorce? Dividing assets during a divorce can be complex, particularly when it involves retirement and investment accounts. In California, understanding how assets acquired during a marriage are categorized and divided is essential. Here, we break down the process for handling retirement accounts during divorce and explain [...]
Your Options If You Are in a Relationship Where Domestic Violence is Occurring Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects countless individuals and families. If you find yourself in a relationship where domestic violence is occurring, it’s important to know that you have options for protecting yourself and your children. Whether you need [...]
What to Do When You Are Served with a Restraining Order Being served with a restraining order is a serious and stressful situation. If this happens to you, knowing the steps you should take to avoid further legal issues is crucial. In most cases, a restraining order is served by the sheriff's department, and [...]
Understanding Domestic Violence & Family Law: Family Code Section 3044 Domestic violence is a serious issue that not only affects the well-being of individuals but also plays a significant role in family law cases. In California, Family Code Section 3044 directly addresses the consequences of domestic violence in relation to child custody decisions. At [...]
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