Law Office of Famularo & Associates
Famularo & Associates are was extablished in 1997 as a husband and wife law office. Their practice is devoted excusively to the practice of family law. Both lawyers are experieced and competent, having handled literally thousands of cases, and having each tried hundreds of cases in the courtroom.
Famiularo & Associates serves the geographical areas of Riverside and San Diego counties. Their philosophy is to help their clients get through this difficult time as quickly, easily and as painlessly as possible, while still protecting their legal rights. They understand the custody process is a painful one, and it is their desire to protect their clients, be available to answer any questions, and to be sensitive to their concerns.
Children's Wishes in Custody Disputes
In general, legal custody is the right to make decisions and the right to obtain information about a child.
Physical custody is where the child actually spends his or her time.
Legal vs. Physical Custody
Glossary of Custody and Visitation Terms
What is an OSC? How about an ex parte? See our list of common legal terms that you will encounter during your custody proceeding.
Featured Resources
Courts must take into consideration the wishes of a child only after the child is of "sufficient age and maturity." However, there is no set age when the child gets to call the shots. In general, the older the child is, the more likely the court will accede to the child's wishes. Also, the more reasoned this child's motive, the more likely the court will listen. For instance, if a child wants to stay with Dad because he lets the child stay up and play video games, the court will probably not take the child's wishes seriously. However, if Mom hurts the child when she loses her temper, the court will address the child's concerns.
41690 Enteprise Circle North, Suite 100 Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 816-9543
Famularo & Associates 41690 Enterprise Circle North, Suite 100, Temecula, California, 92590 (951) 816-9543
