Ever waited in line at Self-Help for hours to have the staff tell you that they cannot answer your questions because it is considered “legal advice”? Save your time and money by consulting with a licensed, California, family law attorney. Regardless of what sort of family law matter you are in, we can assist and direct you in the right direction to meet your needs.
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There are 2 types of custody: legal and physical. Legal custody applies to which parent makes legally binding decisions for the child(ren) or whether the parents jointly make decisions together regarding subjects like which doctor and medical care the child receives and what school the child attends. Make your best argument to the court as to why you should have sole or joint legal custody with help from DIY!
Physical custody refers to where the child(ren) is physically located, at any given time, and for what period of time. Do you want more time with your child or a different visitation schedule? Let Norah guide you towards the physical custody arrangement that works best for you and your family's unique needs.
There are 3 main stages of divorce: the opening petition stage that includes addressing issues with children, the financial disclosures and money separation stage, and finally the judgment stage. If you are beginning at stage one and figuring out the petition, summons, or "UCCJEA", or are at the end of your divorce process and completing stage 3, DIY is knowledgeable and guide you along your family's legal journey.
No one deserves to live in a home or be in an intimate relationship that is unsafe. Every human being regardless of age, class, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or place of birth, should live free of domestic violence. The law names actions like harassment, assault, molestation, threats, intimidation, financial abuse, sexual violence, stalking and other types of conduct as abusive. California has a broad definition of domestic violence and the family courts can utilize a variety of tools to prevent and protect individuals from abuse. Whether you are in need of protection from the courts or are responding to allegations that you have been abusive, DIY can help.
Are you expecting or have a new baby? Congrats! DIY is excited to work with you to set up an informal parenting plan if both parents are agreeable to participate, otherwise, we can guide you on opening a parentage case in family court to: establish custody and visitation, and most importantly protect your legal rights over your child. Your baby does not have to be born to start the process. Protect your rights and get in contact with DIY!
