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Divorce and New Beginnings
The end of a marriage and divorce doesn’t have to be a negative experience. A divorce can be a new beginning for a family. In fact, there are many ways a divorce can have a positive impact on everyone involved. The Tierney Law Group is…
Holiday Vacations with Children of Divorce
Many divorced parents don’t consider vacation planning when they file for divorce. But vacations for children shouldn’t end when parents go separate ways. There is a procedure divorced parents in California should follow when taking their children on holiday vacations. Do you know it? This…
Long Distance Parenting Plans
Children of divorced or separated parents who do not have a nesting parenting plan may benefit significantly from a long-distance parenting arrangement. It allows them to stay in regular contact with both custodial and non-residential parents, even if their residences are thousands of miles apart.…
The Role Domestic Violence Plays During a Divorce
Spousal abuse is a form of domestic violence and is considered a criminal act throughout the United States. Whether domestic violence is happening in a marriage or between intimate partners who are not married, it is still a crime and can have a major impact…
Common Parenting Mistakes made during the Divorce Process
If you are a parent, then you know that parenting can be very difficult even when things are going well, but it’s even more difficult when you are making your way through a divorce. Not only are you dealing with your own emotions that you…
Child Custody with Unmarried Parents
Child Custody with Unmarried Parents Custody disputes are sometimes an unfortunate part of a divorce. However, they can also occur when parents were never married to each other and have split up. At Tierney Law Group, we see many of these types of cases regularly.…
Social Media and Divorce
Social Media and Divorce Social media can negatively affect a person’s life. Therefore, you never allow platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to derail your divorce process. It is essential to exercise caution before posting anything. Besides, you can also seek advice from your…
Rebutting the Presumption of Family Code Section 3044 after a DVRO in California
Domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs) in California family court can significantly impact child custody. A DVRO requires proof by a preponderance of the evidence and triggers Family Code §3044, creating a rebuttable presumption that awarding custody to the abusive parent is detrimental to the child.…
Parental Alienation During and After Divorce
Parental Alienation During and After Divorce As a separated or divorced parent, handling parental alienation can be extremely hard. Although some parental alienation cases may be clear, most cases start with suspicion, since one parent becomes suspicious of what the other parent says to the…
Child Custody Modifications
Child Custody Modifications Dealing with divorce is hard enough, but it’s even harder when you’re also dealing with issues related to child custody. Custody modifications allow one or both parents’ schedules to change in ways they currently cannot (i.e., getting more time with the child).…
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