by André Ausseresses | Jan 15, 2016 | Paternity Matter
For many couples, having children is one of the happiest times of their lives. But when an unmarried couple conceives a child, or when a man discovers he may not be the biological father of a child, they may require a paternity action to establish/disestablish...
by André Ausseresses | Jan 13, 2016 | Child Support
If you’re a single dad who is paying court-mandated child support, it’s important to understand where and how those funds are supposed to be used. As a reminder, several factors are considered when determining child support—which include parents’ incomes, number of...
by André Ausseresses | Dec 16, 2015 | Child Support
The holidays usually mean festive gatherings and time with friends and family. And when you’re a single father, they also probably mean your kids are out of school for a few weeks. That’s why we’re sharing a few ideas to help keep your kids entertained and your sanity...
by André Ausseresses | Nov 25, 2015 | Divorce
Have you noticed that your relationship has changed after your divorce or separation? If your kids have suddenly become distant or uninterested in spending time with you, there’s a chance that your ex-spouse may be manipulating their trust. Referred to as parental...
by André Ausseresses | Nov 23, 2015 | Father's Rights
Whether you’re recently separated or have been divorced for years, being a single father can bring many challenges—ranging from negotiating child custody and paying alimony to daily budgeting and handling remarriage. Try these tips to help minimize the stress that...
by André Ausseresses | Oct 23, 2015 | Child Custody
It’s time for fall sports, and as a father, being a good role model is just as important on the sidelines as it is at home. Before you even set foot on the field, plan ahead by communicating with your children’s mother about dates, locations, and transportation needs....
by André Ausseresses | Oct 19, 2015 | Child Custody, Divorce
We’ve helped hundreds of dads throughout Orange County and Southern California through their divorces, which means we also hear a lot of misconceptions people have when it comes to child custody. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most common divorce myths we hear...
by André Ausseresses | Sep 24, 2015 | Child Custody, Divorce
In our last blog post, we covered the ins and outs of helping you and your children start the school year off right. In addition to school starting, the fall also kicks off a series of holidays that typically bring fun and excitement for many families. However, these...
by André Ausseresses | Sep 21, 2015 | Divorce
The start of a new school year can be stressful for many parents. And this may be especially true when you’ve recently gone through a divorce or separation and have shared custody of your children. Use the following tips to help the transition into the school year as...
by André Ausseresses | Aug 20, 2015 | Child Custody
Your prior criminal record can be used during a court proceeding if it is relevant to the case. Ultimately, it’s the unique factors of your divorce that will determine whether or not your past criminal record will be admissible. Unless they are directly associated...