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Welcome to our family law blog, a resource for navigating the divorce and child custody process in California. Whether you are seeking guidance on the legal process or best practices for dealing with high-conflict situations, our blog is here to provide you with insightful, practical, and up-to-date information.*

Child Custody in California: Married vs. Unmarried Parents

Child custody is one of the most critical legal issues for parents who are no longer together. In California, custody laws apply to both married and unmarried parents, but the legal processes and...

Adoption and Child Custody

Navigating a Child Custody dispute can be distressing as the outcome is often integral to your child’s safety, sense of security, development, and overall well-being. When a parent is navigating this...

How to Determine What is the “Best Interest of the Child” as to Custody Under California Family Law

In California, the determination of the best interests of the child in custody cases is governed by several statutes and case law principles. The primary legal standard is the “best interest of...

Handling Harassment During Your Custody Case

Child custody cases can be emotionally charged and stressful, especially when one parent uses harassment as a tactic to gain control or manipulate the situation. Harassment during a custody case not...

Unfair Child Support Payments: Your Legal Options

In California child support payments are calculated based on a formula provided in the Family Code section 4055,  which is presumed to protect the child’s best interest. However, this is a...

Child Custody: Your Options if Your Child is in Danger

For some parents, co-parenting comes with the terrible reality that the person a child needs protection from is the other parent. When a parent is engaged in actions that endanger your child having...

How to Prove that You Are Fit for Custody

Child custody cases in California often involve a thorough evaluation of each parent’s ability to provide a stable, nurturing environment for their child. A court will not place a child with a...

Darshann M. Wienick Featured in the Wall Street Journal

Firm founder Darshann M. Wienick was featured in the Wall Street Journal for her Who’s Who Distinguished Leader Award. The Marquis Who’s Who Distinguished Leaders list recognizes outstanding...

The Rights of Grandparents in Custody Cases in California

California law recognizes the critical role grandparents often play in the lives of their grandchildren. However, a child’s parents typically have the right to decide if their child will see...

*Blog articles are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice, nor do they guarantee a specific result. Every case is unique, and outcomes depend on a myriad of factors. Schedule your free consultation with the Law Office of Darshann M. Wienick now for an evaluation tailored to the specific facts of your case.