Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: visitation

On the one hand, I know it's frustrating for the moms when a dad files for more visitation in order to reduce child support, but keep in mind that it is really, really good for the child to have her father in her life. In fact, in some cases, I tell the mom if she wants the dad to be involved more, to ask for more child support. Most likely, to avoid an increase in child support, he will try to see the child more often. This is great!

You have to help your daughter see that it is good for her to see her dad. Ask the dad to build up slowly, though. If it is currently every other weekend, then add on one extra night to that weekend.

Unless the dad is being abusive or something, the court is going to order more visitation. If it sounds like you aren't helping your daughter to accept these visits, you are jeopardizing your own interests.

Re: visitation

The court will consider the wishes of a child in forming a custody order. The older the child is, the

more weight that the child�s wishes are given by the court. The court will still make an order in the best interest of the child. Court's in different counties handle the way that the court is informed of the child's wishes differently. You are better off getting an attorney who can give you more complete advice concerning how this matter is handled in your county. Good Luck, Pat McCrary