The mediator may not have a wager in the topic to be discussed and resolved through mediation. The voluntary nature of mediation helps to minimize the misconception of being against the other party. The mediator will assist communication from one party to another. This will help assure that the conversation...
Do Stepparents have rights to request custody and visitation orders?
Generally no, because the stepchild is not a child of the relationship. The family court can however, hear matters and make custody and visitation orders in a dissolution of a domestic partnership. In an action for dissolution of marriage, legal separation or nullity, the family court can grant reasonable visitation...
How is Child Custody Determined in California?
You have filed a Dissolution of Marriage action or you have been served with a Dissolution of Marriage action and now your mind begins racing. How is Child Custody Determined in California? How will the children react to these changes? Who is going to get the children? Child Custody is...