The divorce process can be incredibly stressful for the whole family, including both parents and children. Children often need time to adjust to the fact that their parents will no longer be married or living together, and parents will need to manage the legal and personal issues involved in their divorce while ensuring that their children’s best interests are protected. If you are looking to maintain a meaningful relationship with your children after your divorce, it is critically important for you to understand California’s child custody laws. To ensure that your parental rights are protected in these cases, you will want to work with a skilled family law attorney.
Physical and Legal Custody
In the state of California, there are two forms of child custody: legal custody and physical custody. Physical custody addresses who children will live with, while legal custody addresses the right to make decisions about how children will be raised, including ensuring that they receive the proper healthcare and education.
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