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Can My Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in California?

Jul 29, 2026 Christine R. James

Child Custody

Can My Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in California?

This is one of the most common questions parents ask during a child custody case in California. A lot of people believe there’s a specific age when a child gets to make the call, but that’s not how the law actually works. No child in California has the legal authority to choose which parent they …

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What’s the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody?

Jun 08, 2026 Christine R. James

Child Custody

What’s the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody?

Parents involved in a custody dispute often hear the terms “legal custody” and “physical custody.” Although the terms sound similar, they refer to different parts of raising and caring for a child. Understanding the difference can help parents better prepare for custody discussions and court proceedings. In California, courts focus on creating custody arrangements that …

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How to Enforce Child Visitation Rights in Pomona, CA?

Jun 22, 2025 Christine R. James

Child Custody

How to Enforce Child Visitation Rights in Pomona, CA?

There are multiple reasons you may find yourself wondering how to enforce child visitation rights in Pomona, California. Perhaps your child’s other parent is withholding them from you, even though they have been ordered by the California court system to allow you time with your child. Or perhaps your former partner is not respecting the …

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How to Get Full Custody of a Child as a Mother in California

Jul 15, 2024 Christine R. James

Child Custody

How to Get Full Custody of a Child as a Mother in California

Regardless of the gender of the parent, California courts will make custody arrangements that serve the interests of the child. This can make navigating the complexities of child custody overwhelming for anyone. If you’re facing a custody conflict, you may be wondering how to get full custody of a child as a mother in California. …

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Jun 02, 2024 Christine R. James

Child Custody

Child Custody Laws in California: Everything You Need to Know

When separating parents engage in custody fights, they’ll often find that navigating the child custody laws in California is a daunting task. California’s family court system determines custody battles based on the best interest of the child. This means the family court must always rule in a way that protects the health, safety, and welfare …

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Legal vs. Physical Custody in California: What’s the Difference?

Feb 16, 2024 Christine R. James

Child Custody

Legal vs. Physical Custody in California: What’s the Difference?

Navigating the very complex processes surrounding custodial arrangements for children can be daunting, especially when each parent doesn’t agree. There are several nuances to decipher when dealing with legal vs. physical custody planning in California, even in the legal definition of the terms alone. If you or your family are going through, or will soon …

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Category Archives: Child Custody

Can My Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in California?

What’s the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody?

How to Enforce Child Visitation Rights in Pomona, CA?

How to Get Full Custody of a Child as a Mother in California

Child Custody Laws in California: Everything You Need to Know

Legal vs. Physical Custody in California: What’s the Difference?

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