Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Avoidable Mistakes in Child Custody Cases
Many believe there is nothing more important than family. This makes divorce and child custody cases all the more difficult. You are facing the prospect of your life changing in more ways than one. Some families even stay together longer than they really should, for the fear a parent may have about not being… Read More »
Items You Need to Know to Prepare for your High Net Worth Divorce
California divorce courts have seen the gamut of complications from dividing high-value assets and estates as a result of a divorce. Every divorce is unique and comes with its own challenges. But when you are dealing with the division of multiple properties, or businesses, or a disputed, hefty spousal support claim: even amicable spouses… Read More »
Custodial Interference in California
However the rest of a divorce is settled, at the end of the day most parents with underage children will end their divorce journey with some form of formal custody agreement in place. The family court system values the time and influence for the better that a child can gain from retaining regular and… Read More »
Legal Protections Against Domestic Violence in California
Domestic Violence or abuse from a partner can happen to anyone, anywhere. It can be difficult to grapple with the thought of taking action against an abusive person, particularly a partner, for a number of reasons. One of the trickiest to navigate is the insidious tendency to believe that there is nothing you can… Read More »
Britney Spears Consents to Children Moving – Relocation and Child Custody
Life happens. The place you end up – or would like to end up – is not necessarily the same location you were in when your divorce and/or custody agreement was settled. But when you have a child and you are going through a divorce or otherwise have a custody agreement in place, moving… Read More »
What Cannot Be Included in my Prenuptial Agreement?
Depending on which side you are on, pre-nuptial agreements have often been thought of as the bane – or the hero – of many a divorce action. Pre-nuptial agreements can serve many purposes and often act as heavy-hitters in protecting your estate from certain divisions that would otherwise be required in a divorce action… Read More »
What is “Reasonable” Parenting Time in California?
Custody, also known as “parenting time” in California, is always a hot topic when parents of underage children file for divorce. Frequently, parents put off divorce actions because they do not want to deal with the issue of exchanging custody with their spouse. While many families are able to work out situations that maintain… Read More »
Third-Party Custody, Part Two: Challenges of Third-Party Custody Suits
As discussed in part one of our article series, third-party custody suits are certainly a valid option for several interested parties under certain circumstances. The court’s first and primary objective is to serve the best interests of children. While there is a presumption that the best interests of a child are served by staying… Read More »
Emergency Custody Orders
Divorce is one of the most stressful events that a person can live through. The upheaval of a person’s life is a serious matter – and not one that everyone handles well. Local news anchor Frank Somerville has been making headlines lately as his life has fallen into a series of unfortunate events. As… Read More »
Third-Party Custody, Part One: Can Someone Other Than a Parent Gain Child Custody in California?
A non-parent might be interested in learning more about pursuing custody of an underage child (or dependent adult) for a number of reasons. Seeking custody may not have anything to do with “bad behavior” taken by the parent – sometimes, it might just be in the best interest of the child for custody to… Read More »
