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The Family Law Attorneys of Christian Schank & Associates serve clients throughout California.

07/09/2026

To modify existing custody orders in California, a parent must go to court and file a request showing that circumstances have changed significantly since the last order.

The filing must explain what has changed and why the current orders are no longer appropriate given those changed circumstances.

Once filed, the judge will review the request and determine what new orders best fit the current situation.

Request a free case evaluation at schankfamilylaw.com or call 866-865-0313.

Hearing from clients about their experience means everything to us.Every family law case is deeply personal, and knowing...
07/08/2026

Hearing from clients about their experience means everything to us.
Every family law case is deeply personal, and knowing we made a difference during a difficult time is what drives us to show up fully for every client we serve.

Request a free case evaluation at schankfamilylaw.com or call 866-865-0313.

07/06/2026

When a co-parent violates custody orders, you can petition the court to reduce their parenting time or require professionally supervised visitation.

Filing contempt is an option, but it is typically lengthy and expensive, and modifying the custody order is often the more effective path.

If a parent refuses to return a child, a court can mandate that all future visits be professionally supervised to guarantee the child's safe return.

Request a free case evaluation at schankfamilylaw.com or call 866-865-0313.

07/02/2026

Any business or professional practice started or grown significantly during the marriage is community property in California and subject to equal division.

Courts generally award the business to the spouse who ran it, with the other spouse receiving equalization payments reflecting their community share.

Knowing early how your business fits into the division process helps you protect what you built while pursuing a fair resolution.

Request a free case evaluation at schankfamilylaw.com or call 866-865-0313.

07/01/2026

Once a custody order is finalized in California, you can petition the court to change it, but you must first demonstrate a significant change of circumstances.

Examples of significant changes include a child starting school, a parent relocating farther away, or a major shift in a parent's work schedule.
The court evaluates whether the change is substantial enough to warrant new orders that better reflect your family's current situation.

Request a free case evaluation at schankfamilylaw.com or call 866-865-0313.

06/30/2026

Most people do not realize that filing for divorce comes with automatic court orders. You cannot move money, sell assets, or take children out of the county without consequences.

Speaking with an attorney before you file lets you make any necessary arrangements first, before those restrictions lock in.

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06/28/2026

Speaking negatively about the other parent to or around your children is called parental alienation.

It can cost you custody time and leaves a lasting impression on the judge handling your case and every future matter you bring before them.

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06/27/2026

For those whose religious beliefs are against divorce, a legal separation provides the same legal protections and financial outcomes without the formal dissolution of the marriage.

It is a path that aligns legal protection with personal values.

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Going through a divorce or custody matter in Riverside, California?Schank Family Law is here to guide you every step of ...
06/25/2026

Going through a divorce or custody matter in Riverside, California?

Schank Family Law is here to guide you every step of the way.

Call us at 866-865-0313 or visit schankfamilylaw.com to get started.

Request a free case evaluation today.

06/24/2026

The Talking Parents app is specifically designed for co-parenting communication. Messages cannot be deleted and are accepted by California courts as verified records.

Parents tend to communicate more carefully and agree more readily when they know every word is on the record.

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