Family law matters include more than divorce or
separation. Even parents who were never married
need to make child custody and support
arrangements, and it’s often a stressful process.
There are different types of custodial
arrangements that define who can make
decisions for your children and the obligations
you have to care for them.
Legal custody includes the right to make
decisions about your child’s upbringing. In a joint
custody arrangement, the parents share the
decision-making ability. In a sole custody
arrangement, which is rare, only one parent
makes decisions for your child.
Physical custody is the right to have a child live
with a parent some or all of the time. The
primary custodian (custodial parent) lives with
the child more than 50% of the time, and the other
parent (non-custodial parent) has visitation with
the child.
However, custody arrangements are not as simple
as these terms. We can help you and your co- parent come up with an arrangement that works
best for you and your children. We start with
negotiation to promote peace between parents,
which ultimately benefits the children. If that
fails, we move to enforcing your rights in court.
If you need more information about your rights to
legal or physical custody, or need help making
custody arrangements, then contact us today –
Lawta is here to help!
The amount of child support is determined by
following state guidelines and the process is
complex. Applying guidelines incorrectly may
mean paying too much child support or not
receiving enough support. Although there is
always an obligation for both parties to
financially support their children, the Court
cannot enforce that obligation until there is an
order or written agreement signed by a Judge.
We can help you determine the correct amount of
child support. If child support obligations are
unmet, we can also help you enforce them
through a court order.
If you have questions about your child support
obligations, or to find out if you’re receiving the
correct amount, then contact us today – Lawta is
here to help!
Spousal support (alimony) is awarded to the
former spouse (the spouse who makes less
money) after a divorce to maintain the standard
of living that existed during the marriage until he
or she becomes self-supporting. Many factors are
used to determine the amount of spousal support
that should be awarded.
We can help you determine the correct amount of
spousal support. If spousal support obligations are
unmet, we can also help you enforce them
through a court order.
If you have questions about your spousal support
obligations, or to find out if you’re receiving the
correct amount, then contact us today — Lawta is
here to help!
If you are going through custody or support and
need help, connect with us. Call (858) 717-8040,
text (858) 240-4234 or click here to book your
Legal Advice and Strategy Session. We represent
people in the County of San Diego, California.
Click here to book your Legal Advice and Strategy Session. If
you need help scheduling, call (844) 742-8748 to speak to a real person by phone (24/7).
We offer a 1-hour ($400) or 30-minute ($200) Legal Advice and Strategy Session with an experienced Family Law Attorney. If this is your first time meeting with one of our attorneys, you can book a one-hour session for ONLY $200. Rather than providing a “free consultation” like some firms (where you just meet the attorney and learn all about the firm), we jump right into providing valuable legal advice and helping you find a solution that meets your needs. During your first session, you will meet with an attorney to discuss your legal issues, get legal advice and questions answered, and develop a strategy moving forward.
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