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Understanding the Process of Becoming a Guardian in California
You may have a good understanding of how custody works between two parents when determining where a child will live. However, what is guardianship and what should you know about it? In many cases where guardianship comes into play, it is because one or both parents have died or are incapacitated, to being deemed “unfit”…
Read MoreWhat Are the Many Benefits of Legal Separation for Couples?
Legal separation agreements may be right for you if you are planning on living apart from your husband beyond a reasonable trial period. These agreements are binding between you and your ex-spouse so that you can resolve important issues like asset division, alimony, and child support. One of the main problems that people run into…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Process of Guardianship in California
What is guardianship? To understand this process, you must first understand that a guardian is someone who takes care of a child’s needs like shelter, education, food, medical care, and more. Many people may get guardianship and adoption confused, but they are very different. A guardianship is a legal relationship between a child and guardian;…
Read MoreDomestic Violence: If I go to a Shelter, Can my Abuser Take my Kids?
If you have been a victim of domestic violence, there are some things that you must understand about child custody. In many cases where this type of violence is prevalent, it also takes place in front of children in some form and will become relevant in future custody proceedings. When domestic violence is proven and…
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