This type of action may be filed in Los Angeles Family Law Court by married or unmarried parents to obtain custody/support orders without filing for dissolution of marriage/legal separation, if the parents of the minor child(ren) are married, or without filing an action to establish a parental relationship, if the parents of the minor child(ren) are unmarried. This action is limited and can only be used in certain situations by a married or unmarried parent. This action does not deal with property or marital status, including division of assets and personal property. To address these other issues, the married parents would need to file an action requesting a dissolution of marriage/legal separation or nullity action in Los Angeles. Unmarried parents would need to file an action to establish the parental relationship.

As you can see there are many rules that concern the procedure for different mechanisms that can be used in court. Wallin & Klarich has more than 30 years of experience in family law. Our attorneys know from long experience what works in a custody case, and are prepared to fight to get you the best possible outcome. With 16 attorneys in 33 offices throughout Southern California, we can be there when you need us – wherever you are. If you’re thinking of hiring an attorney for custody/visitation, call us today at 1-888-749-7428 for a consultation, or fill out the online case evaluation form to the right.