Use Your Appearances as Part of Your Strategy, Part Two: The Family Court Status Conference
Last week I started a 3-part series on incorporating strategy in Family Court appearances. The goal is to show you how having a solid game plan enables you to position your case advantageously. Last week I focused on the first court appearance in custody or divorce, the Initial Conference. This week’s focus is on using […]
Use Your Family Court Appearances as Part of Your Strategy, Part One: The Initial Conference
Once a divorce or custody case starts in Family Court there is usually a process in court. Unless the parties agree and filing the papers is just a formality, every case is set to proceed down the same path. The objective of that path is to facilitate the process by identifying issues, resolving issues, and […]
When Your Attorney Withdraws from Your Custody Case
I am always approached by individuals who are forced to be pro se because their attorney withdrew from the custody case. Attorneys usually withdraw for failure to pay, but also withdraw for other reasons that have nothing to do with money. A client that makes it impossible to represent them, who constantly refuses to cooperate, […]
Choosing the Right Family Court Documents in Custody
I recently noticed that many Family Court litigants are clueless about filing and using the correct documents in their custody cases. There are different documents for diverse types of cases of course. But there are times when it is not just the type of case that matters, it is its purpose. There are petitions, complaints, […]
Disneyland Dad, or Mom, in Custody Disputes
In the world of family law, there’s a widely known term, Disneyland Dad, or Mom, in custody disputes. This term refers to the noncustodial parent who makes their time with the child more fun for the child. The term implies that their motives for doing this are to persuade or influence the child towards them […]
Strategic Plan in Divorce or Custody
Family Law C Creating a strategic plan in business is a must if that business wants to increase its chances of success. Having one usually indicates that the business is serious about mapping its short and long-term goals. It also means that they are dedicated to putting measures in place to reach them. Having a […]
Imbalance of Power Custody Divorce
It is not unheard of that parties in divorce or custody have unequal playing fields. In several different family dynamics, one party can assert the decision-making authority or power to dominate the relationship. Whether it be financial, physical, mental, or emotional, when one party has more to lose than the other, chances are there is […]
Free Family Law Resources, Should I Use Them
In the past decade or so the internet has exploded with free information and resources. The legal field is no exception, particularly the world of family law, i.e., divorce, custody, etc. It is a blessing and a curse, to have so much free family law resources being at the public’s disposal. One of the big […]
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This strategic action plan workbook is 27 pages of extremely useful tips & resources; exercises; worksheets and MUCH MORE!!! About the Family Court Strategic Action Plan Workbook: Family Court parties are usually the most overwhelmed, disappointed and victimized of any other court venue. For several reasons, people that are embroiled in a Family Court, either […]
How Your Parenting Plan Can Keep You in Embroiled in Court Battles
When going through a custody dispute, whether from divorce or custody coming to an agreement in custody &/or visitation can be taxing. A parenting plan, custody order or parenting agreement are all a part of custody matters. It is a legal and binding document that addresses how each parent will split time, their rights & […]