What Exactly Does a 730 Evaluation Entail?
What Exactly Does a 730 Evaluation Entail?
A 730 evaluation is designed to assist the parties and the court in making a determination of children custody arrangements that is in the children’s best interests. Once a 730 evaluator is selected, a lengthy and time consuming process will begin. Although some evaluators spend more time on their evaluations than others, a 730 evaluation usually entails a very thorough lengthy process. The parents will complete a parenting and custody…
Read MoreCriminal Protective Orders in Domestic Violence Cases
If you are convicted of a domestic violence crime, the court will issue a criminal protective order. This order will most likely include a no contact order, a no negative contact order, or allow a peaceful exchange of children. A no contact order is an order preventing the defendant from making any contact with the victim whatsoever. This means the defendant must not talk, call, e-mail, or make any other…
Read MoreHeidi Montag Files For Divorce From Spencer Pratt– California Family Code Section 2310(A)
On July 30, 2010, Heidi Montag filed for divorce after a year of marriage to Spencer Pratt, citing irreconcilable differences. They announced their separation in June 2010. The couple became famous for their role on the MTV reality show “the Hills,” and their April 2009 wedding ceremony was filmed for the show. Even before they were married, the show often depicted Heidi’s family and friends criticizing Pratt for his erratic…
Read MoreHow Do I Stop My Divorce?
Recently after filing for divorce in April 2010, Larry King and his wife, Shawn Southwick-King, have stopped their divorce proceedings. According to , both filed for dismissal of their divorce in a Los Angeles court. King originally submitted the divorce papers and was planning to seek joint custody of the couple’s two sons. However, the couple began reconciling in May and decided to not divorce. King also recently announced his…
Read MoreMel Gibson’s Comments have Possible Child Custody Implications
Mel Gibson and his now infamous comments recorded by his ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva may have a detrimental impact in a family law court if a child custody dispute arises. In the conversation, Grigorieva states that Gibson punched her resulting in a loss of teeth. Gibson allegedly responded by saying she “deserved it.” Many spouses attempt to set up their former spouses to gain an advantage in a child custody dispute.…
Read MoreSummary Dissolution of Marriage
Are you and your spouse agreeable to a divorce, have not been married for a very long period of time, and want to get it done as soon as possible? If so, a summary dissolution of marriage might be the appropriate route to take, as long as you and your spouse meet the appropriate criteria. In order to qualify for a summary dissolution of marriage: - you and your spouse…
Read MoreFactors That Can Affect a Child Custody Case – California Family Code Section 3011
In the state of California, many factors can be considered when the courts are determining who should be awarded custody of a child in a contested child custody case. The court’s goal is to protect the child and define what is in the best interest of the child. Under California Family Code Section 3011, in making a determination of the best interest of the child, the court shall consider all…
Read MoreI Am Told That I Must Pay Spousal Support – Family Code 4320
Under California Family Code Section 4320, spousal support, also known as alimony, is a court order or mutual agreement for one spouse to financially support the other. Usually, payments will be calculated to last only as long as reasonably necessary to allow the supported spouse time to become self-sufficient. However, the length of the marriage may be one factor in favor of permanent spousal support. In order to determine the…
Read MoreHEIDI MONTAG PLANS TO DIVORCE SPENCER PRATT
Heidi Montag has retained a Southern California divorce lawyer and plans to quickly terminate her marriage with husband, Spencer Pratt. Montag and Pratt, stars of MTV television show “The Hills,” have been married since April 25, 2009. Montag filed for legal separation on June 8, 2010. Under California law, a legal separation is a court action that maintains the bond of marriage, but releases the spouses from the rights and…
Read MoreJesse James in Child Custody Battle – California Family Code Sections 3020-3032 and 3080-3089
It was recently reported by TMZ that Jesse James' ex-wife, Janine Lindemulder, is tasking the judge to hold James in contempt for refusing to allow her to see their six year old daughter in a court ordered visitation. James allegedly refused to follow the order because he believes that Janine is a drug addict and their daughter would be at risk. Lindmulder responded by stating that she would submit to…
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