09Jul 2020 by Hoss Khatami
Adapting Child Custody Schedules

Adapting Child Custody Schedules

Child Custody
2020 has been a year for the record books, and likely one that parents will never forget. With homeschooling requirements, daycare closures, and canceled summer camps, it is likely that your schedule this year has looked nothing like it normally would. It is common for parents in this situation (among many others) to want or need to adapt their shared child custody schedule. Is this possible? How do you go about doing this? The good news is that modifying your schedule is often possible, and you should speak with an experienced child custody lawyer in Roseville about your options. Informal Temporary Changes Some changes in schedules might just need to be temporary. If you have circumstances that will change back in the near future, you should try to talk to…
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30Mar 2020 by Hoss Khatami
Tips for Divorced Parents During COVID-19 Quarantine

Tips for Divorced Parents During COVID-19 Quarantine

Child Custody
With schools closed and many parents working from home or on hiatus from work, many people are focusing on family bonding time and activities that will keep their children safe. However, this time can be significantly more stressful for divorced parents who are sharing custody. At this time, stay-at-home orders are not intended to impact custody arrangements, so you should plan to continue on your regular custody schedule. If you and the other parent are on good terms, you should work together to come up with the safest plan that will keep each of you and your children socially isolated as much as possible. However, what if you cannot agree on a plan? What if your ex refuses to acknowledge social distancing or stay-at-home measures? If you believe that the…
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12Mar 2020 by Hoss Khatami
The Benefits of Child Custody Settlements

The Benefits of Child Custody Settlements

Child Custody
When parents decide to divorce or not live together anymore, it is necessary to determine how they will share custody. Most parents want to spend as much time with their children as possible, so they might be inclined to fight for primary custody, which can lead to disagreements. While it might take some negotiation to find a middle ground, reaching a settlement agreement out of court can be highly beneficial. Avoiding Custody Litigation If parents cannot reach a compromise for custody arrangements, the matter will need to go before the court. Each party will present their arguments, and the judge will make the decision how custody will be divided. You know your situation, schedule, and child better than the judge ever will, so the resulting ruling might not be ideal…
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06Jul 2018 by Hoss Khatami
Child Custody 101: Types of Child Custody that Can Be Granted

Child Custody 101: Types of Child Custody that Can Be Granted

Child Custody
A divorce can be emotionally and financially straining on spouses, especially when there are children involved. Children may not understand what is happening or why their living situation is changing. This is why one of the most complex aspects of a divorce case is determining child custody. There are several different types of child custody that can be granted in a divorce case including physical and legal custody. What are the Differences Between Physical and Legal Custody? Physical custody determines where children will live after the divorce is finalized, whereas legal custody establishes if one or both parents have the right to make decisions about the children’s upbringing after a divorce. Legal custody concerns decisions regarding the children’s education, medical care, and religious instruction. Types of Child Custody There are several types of…
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