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Home Abandonment Laws in Riverside, CA

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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

Home abandonment laws in Riverside, CA generally refer to properties that are left vacant or not properly maintained. However, when applied to…

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Does CPS Get Involved in Domestic Violence Cases in Riverside, CA?

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Last Modified on Oct 06, 2025

Being involved in a domestic violence dispute can be overwhelming, confusing, and terrifying. You may not know the most effective way to…

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Understanding the Financial Impact of Divorce

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Last Modified on Mar 30, 2025

[caption id="attachment_4718" align="alignnone" width="300"] Key financial considerations to navigate during divorce, from asset division to budgeting for life after separation.[/caption] Understanding the…

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Stepping Up Your Parenting: Focusing on Kids’ Needs During Divorce

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Last Modified on Oct 27, 2025

Stepping Up Your Parenting: Focusing on Kids' Needs During Divorce At Edgar & Dow, we have spent decades guiding families through custody…

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Getting a Grip on Your Emotions: The Key to Helping Your Children Thrive During Divorce

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Last Modified on Mar 19, 2025

Getting a Grip on Your Emotions: The Key to Helping Your Children Thrive During Divorce Divorce is never easy, especially when children…

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Mastering Co-Parenting Communication: The BIFF Method for High-Conflict Situations

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Last Modified on Mar 19, 2025

Mastering Co-Parenting Communication: The BIFF Method for High-Conflict Situations Co-parenting can be one of the most challenging aspects of a custody arrangement,…

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The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce: A Must-Read for Anyone Facing Family Law Challenges

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Last Modified on Mar 18, 2025

The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce: A Must-Read for Anyone Facing Family Law Challenges Divorce is more than just the legal dissolution of…

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Building a Stronger Family After Divorce: Lessons from The Good Divorce

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Last Modified on Mar 18, 2025

Building a Stronger Family After Divorce: Lessons from The Good Divorce Divorce is never easy, but it doesn't have to be destructive.…

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Stepping Up Your Parenting: Edgar & Dow’s Guide to Co-Parenting During Separation or Divorce

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Last Modified on Oct 27, 2025

Stepping Up Your Parenting: Edgar & Dow’s Guide to Co-Parenting During Separation or Divorce Divorce and separation bring many challenges, especially when…

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Use of confidential recordings at a DVTRO trial

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Implications of Malinowski v. Martin (2024) 104 Cal.App.5th 559 on Family Law DVRO Matters and the Use of Recordings at Trial In…

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How Much Does a Family Lawyer Cost in California?

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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

While navigating a family law matter, it is normal to wonder, “How much does a family lawyer cost in California?” The family…

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Navigating the Howell Decision: Understanding Its Impact on Military Divorces

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Last Modified on May 29, 2024

Navigating the Howell Decision: Understanding Its Impact on Military Divorces Divorce is rarely a straightforward process, but when military retirement benefits are…

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What Does a Family Lawyer Do In California?

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Last Modified on Apr 03, 2025

In California, a family lawyer practices family law, a broad field of law that encompasses many different family-related situations that could arise.…

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2025 What Proof Do You Need for a Restraining Order in California?

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Last Modified on Jul 28, 2025

A restraining order can help protect you from other individuals who are threatening or harassing you. However, many residents find themselves asking,…

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2025 California Common Law Marriage – Everything You Need to Know

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Last Modified on Jul 28, 2025

Common Law Marriage in California 2025 Some couples prefer not to get married in a traditional way and instead act as if…

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Domestic Partnership vs. Marriage in California- What Are the Differences?

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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

Making the decision to commit your life to someone is an exciting and important decision. You are choosing to blend your life…

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California Father’s Rights (2025) — What Every Dad Should Know

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Last Modified on Jul 28, 2025

As a state resident, knowing the laws surrounding California fathers’ rights is important. After all, paternity tests are becoming increasingly accessible, and…

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What Is The Average Length for a California Divorce?

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

How long will my divorce take? This is one of the most pressing questions for any person contemplating or currently going through a divorce.…

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How Long Does a Contested Divorce Take in California?

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

When a divorce is uncontested, it means that both parties agree to their separation and they can work together enough to get…

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How COVID-19 Affected a Restraining Order Appeal

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Last Modified on May 31, 2022

In this case, the First District dismissed an appeal from two orders resulting from competing requests for civil harassment restraining orders. “Due…

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Mother Wins Reunification After Reversal of Earlier Ruling

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Last Modified on Aug 23, 2022

In this case, filed on May 29 but certified for publication on June 17, the second Division reversed a Los Angeles County…

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Mother Challenges Juvenile Court Order Terminating Reunification

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Last Modified on Jun 24, 2022

In this case, the Fourth District granted M’s petition for a writ challenging an Orange County juvenile court’s order terminating reunification services…

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How California Courts Decide a Parent Is Unfit

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

In California and across the country, family courts operate to protect the best interests of children in divorces, custody disputes, and other family law matters. Most of…

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What Happens When an Abuser Files a Restraining Order?

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

Here is a recently published opinion arising from the Orange County Superior Court regarding restraining orders and an OSC re Contempt. This…

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Domestic Partnerships Aren’t Just for Same-Sex Couples

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Last Modified on Mar 05, 2024

Just last year, only same-sex couples could apply for domestic partnerships—unless they were over the age of 62. However, with the passage of State…

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Who has UCCJEA jurisdiction?

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Last Modified on May 28, 2022

This issue often comes up. Which court will have jurisdiction to modify existing court orders. In this case, the 2nd district correctly determines…

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Reliability of Juvenile Witnessess

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

  Recently, I was discussing the holding in In Re I.C with our juvenile dependency attorney Nicole Anderson. Nicole has been practicing…

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What is domestic violence? A series on Dr. Bradley’s sourcebook (part 4) The legacy of the O.J Simpson case

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

The Legacy of the O.J Simpson Case The aftermath of the infamous O.J Simpson case had a tremendous amount of effects concerning…

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Personal Jurisdiction

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Last Modified on Dec 01, 2023

In Hogue vs Hogue (September 29, 2017) Third District finds that husband’s sending video of his mock suicide from Georgia to wife in…

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Do I Really Need an Attorney?

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Last Modified on Oct 27, 2025

Recently I heard something disturbing from a new client. While representing herself, she had gotten a bad custody ruling from a particular…

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