Family Law Lawyers

Attorneys who focus on legal matters related to divorce, child custody, adoption, and other family-related issues in California

family law cases in California can present a range of challenges and complexities due to the involvement of multiple legal systems, cultural differences, and jurisdictional issues. These cases typically involve disputes related to divorce, child custody, child abduction, and international child support, among others. The following are some potential challenges...

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  • July 6, 2023

handles international prenuptial agreements by recognizing and enforcing them under certain conditions. In order for an international prenuptial agreement to be valid and enforceable in California, it must meet the following requirements Voluntary Agreement Both parties must enter into the prenuptial agreement voluntarily, without any signs of coercion, fraud, or...

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  • July 6, 2023

handles international child abduction cases through various legal mechanisms and international agreements. The primary legislation governing international child abduction cases in California is the California Family Code, specifically sections 3400-3465, which incorporates the provisions of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. When a child is...

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  • July 6, 2023

handles international divorce cases through its family law courts. When a divorce involves parties from different countries or when one or both parties reside outside of California, certain legal considerations and procedures come into play. Firstly, California courts have jurisdiction over divorce cases if at least one of the spouses...

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  • July 6, 2023

child support orders across international borders in California involves a multi-step process that includes cooperation between the California Department of Child Support Services (DCSS), the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE), and the relevant foreign country’s central authority. The process can be summarized as follows Locate the Noncustodial Parent The...

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  • July 6, 2023

handles international child custody disputes through a combination of state laws, international treaties, and the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). The UCCJEA is a uniform law adopted by most U.S. states, including California, to provide a framework for resolving child custody disputes across state and international borders....

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  • July 6, 2023

defines international family law as the legal framework that governs family-related matters involving individuals from different countries or where the issues cross international borders. It encompasses a wide range of legal issues, including marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and international child abduction. In California, international family law is...

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  • July 6, 2023