Many people have misconceptions about child custody and visitation, often based on things they have heard from friends and family members. The fact is that every child custody case in Elk Grove is unique and, under California law, must be resolved based on the best interests of the children.

In highly litigated custody cases when the child is old enough to have his or her wishes in the matter taken into account, our skilled Elk Grove child custody lawyers will assist in allowing the child to be heard. We usually use the assistance of a mediator who can voice the child’s wishes to the court. We try to minimize disruption and stress to the children involved. Read More »

The emotional toll of a drawn-out custody battle can cause lasting harm to the parties and their children. Further, custody battles can also needlessly drain your finances. Our law firm is sensitive to these issues and will try to establish a resolution without resorting to litigation. Of course, if the opposition is not acting reasonably, our law firm is fully prepared to litigate to protect your rights and the best interests of your children.

Child custody is split into two components: Legal and physical custody. Legal custody is the right to make decisions regarding the upbringing of your children. Physical custody refers to where the children reside. Both of these may be jointly or solely awarded.

A majority of the time, Gold River child custody disputes center around physical custody. Typically, there will be a primary custodial parent, with whom the child will reside the majority of the time. For the other parent, the time spent with the child is commonly referred to as visitation, shared custody or parenting time. Read More »

The caring lawyers and staff of the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, APC. practice a hands-on approach with our clients. We take pride in being able to offer affordable legal services to California residents:

• helping deserving parents reunite with their children;
• awarding a restraining order on behalf of an abused mother and her children
• modifying child support payments for changing financial situations
• fighting for custody for the strongest family member
• administrating guardianships and conservatorships
• and more.

At our law firm, it is not uncommon for your attorney to give you their personal cell phone number and take calls over the weekend when you have important legal questions.

At our law firm we offer free initial consultations to evaluate your case.

At our law firm your case is the most important and we put all our resources toward fighting for your rights. Read More »

Sara Leal, Ashton Kutcher’s one night stand on his wedding anniversary on September 24 has claimed that she was not responsible for his divorce with Demi Moore and that she was just a ‘bump in the road’ in the star’s already failing marriage.

Demi Moore filed for divorce not long after Leal spoke out about having hooked up with Kutcher on his sixth wedding anniversary.

Moore is apparently so upset over Kutcher’s infidelity that she is having her lawyers try to punish him financially by taking part of his personal fortune in spite of his prenuptial agreement.

The Kardashian family has decided not to do a Holiday TV special in the wake of the Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries divorce.

The divorce came just 72 days after their expensive Californiawedding and is drawing lots of attention in the tabloids. Apparently Kris Humphries is unhappy about the divorce and may try to fight it.

Details about Hulk Hogan’s 2009 divorce from Linda Bollea are now public and it turned out to be a costy settlement for the Hulk.

Ex-wife Linda Bollea received 70% of the couple’s liquid assets, amounting to over $7 million. She additionally received $3 million in property settlement, four luxury vehicles and 40% ownership in Hulk Hogan’s companies.

Hogan received close to $3 million, does not have to pay alimony and gets to keep fees from use of his image.

When faced with the dilemma of what legal strategy, divorce/dissolution or annulment/nullity, would be best for your situation, we hope that this information will be useful in helping you to make the appropriate choice for you. This is for informational purposes only and in no way is intended as legal advice. As with any important legal matter, please consult with a State licensed attorney for your specific situation.

Everyone knows a lot about divorces, but not many understand the differences between the divorce and annulment. The differences are important to be able to decide which will be best for you and your current situation. The main difference between the two is a simple one. Divorce is a legal dissolution of a valid marriage. It returns the married parties back to the status of single persons. Annulment is the declaration that no valid marriage was entered into by the parties. The impact each of these has on the people involved is a little more complicated, as we will further discuss. It is pretty simple to comply with the law to enter into a valid marriage. Even so, not all marriages are properly entered into. Due to this, a marriage that doesn’t comply with the particular laws of the state into which it was entered can be deemed as void or voidable. In these types of cases, you may have the option of seeking an annulment rather than a divorce, to end the marriage. Read More »

Getting divorced is never easy. The decision becomes even more difficult if you have children. Many life changes can result from a divorce, and the stress it creates is profound. When you decide to go through with a divorce, make sure you have an attorney. The divorce lawyers at Bowman & Associates are here to help you with the divorce process from beginning to end.

With over thirty years of combined experience in divorce law, our attorneys have the necessary skills to secure success in your case. We are constantly reviewing and studying the ever-changing laws that govern the divorce process. We will always provide quality legal advice, and propose the best solutions. Ultimately, the decisions are made by you. You can be confident that you are informed on the correct procedures and that no mistakes will be made that will lengthen your case.

Our divorce attorneys understand that you are under an extreme amount of stress and pressure. We will work with you to address your personal concerns, and will always be sensitive to your individual needs. While we act as an advisor and advocate for your rights, we will do our best to alleviate your stress and support you throughout your case. We will not treat you like a generic customer. Your case is unique and you deserve personalized services. Read More »

Child custody is one of the most difficult issues in divorces. Child custody involves all determinations regarding a minor when parents are separated. The rights of a parent to make decisions about schooling, medical issues, religion, and discipline are determined through legal custody. Physical custody of a child determines where the child will live.

The Law Offices of Bowman & Associates help clients with issues involving child custody. We will not judge based on the gender of parents, nor will we favor the mother having primary custody in our approach. We believe that a loving, nurturing parent can be any gender, and that both parents play important roles in their children’s lives.

In child custody cases, the court will take the child’s “best interests” into account before making decisions. The child’s safety, happiness, and overall welfare come before the parents’ wishes. If either parent performs against the child’s best interests, their wishes will be rejected.

There are many factors that play into child custody decisions, such as:

• Parents’ ability to agree and cooperate about child-related matters
• Relationship of child with parents and/or siblings
• History of violence or criminal record Read More »

If you are not married but have children, you may need to prove paternity in order to establish your right to visitation, custody, or child support. At The Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, we assist mothers and fathers who are trying to prove or refute paternity.

Having an experienced paternity attorney to guide you through the process of a paternity action can greatly benefit you. The laws surrounding paternity can be complicated and confusing, and having the support and guidance of a professional can provide clarity and hope for your situation.

The court will not necessarily see you as a legal parent simply because your name is on a child’s birth certificate. You may have to establish paternity in other ways before the court will proceed on any child custody, support, or visitation requests. Read More »