
Protecting The Rights Of Fathers In Different Situations
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Immersion in the complex world of California family law brings us into contact with a diverse range of family configurations, parent-child relationships and levels of parental involvement. We take pride in our attorneys' collective decades of success protecting both mothers' rights and fathers' rights with children's best interests always in view.
Many questions about fathers' rights arise from the common view that our laws and courts favor the mother in some sense. While it would be wrong to state that individual views of family roles never impact divorce and child custody outcomes, California law makes no practical distinctions between mothers' rights and fathers' rights.
Difference-Making Representation For Concerned, Involved Fathers
At the Burch Shepard Family Law Group, our Newport Beach family lawyers operate with a clear conviction — consistent with the law and extensive sociological research — that ongoing, close contact with both parents is best for children under most circumstances.
Every family is unique, however, and our track record of success includes aggressive advocacy for fathers to obtain outcomes, including:
- Joint custody of children — or similarly balanced arrangements such as divided custody that provide for substantial, continuous time with both parents.
- Sole physical and/or legal custody for the father when the mother is incapable of providing sufficient levels of care, support and supervision.
- Innovative child visitation arrangements suited to the fathers' desired level of involvement given a demanding work and travel schedule or other special circumstances.
- Favorable and desirable outcomes in parentage and paternity actions for fathers who wish to establish and maintain a supportive relationship with a child born outside of marriage.
Targeting Positive Outcomes Through Skilled Negotiation Or Litigation
We consistently strive to resolve our cases through reasoned argument and negotiation, but stand ready to litigate with force and credibility when negotiations fail. Parents can turn to us for an informed, honest view of their likelihood of success pursuing any specific custody and visitation arrangement.
If your case calls for an aggressive, strategic Orange County fathers' rights lawyer who has in-depth familiarity with Orange County courts and a reputation for integrity, please call us at (949) 565-4158 and schedule a consultation.
What Sets Us Apart
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Committed To Our Clients
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Dedicated To Obtaining Real Results
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100+ Years Of Collective Experience
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Specialized Knowledge



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I just wanted to send you a HUGE thank you for all of your support through this process. I am thrilled with the outcome today and so relieved that this is coming to a close. Thank you for all of your guidance and support through this journey.Former Client
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“They made the divorce process so much less stressful than it could have been. I would not hesitate to recommend Courtney Shepard and her team to anyone in need of quality representation in their divorce.”Former Client
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“True brilliance in action is a site to behold. At this point I am comfortable with everything she was able to help me with, and I know that she will be the first call I make, if I have any other future issues that require the courts intervention.”Former Client
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I am thankful for a attorney Robert, for his wonderful representation. His professionalism, and the way he carries himself with so much authority and knowledge is making this process run Smoothly. The delay in the process has given my children and I time, space, peace of mind and the healing we needed so much, thank you. God knows the right timing and the right results and He sends us the right persons to work things out. You are all a team of wonderful people. Thank you.Former Client
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 949-565-4158 today!
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Direct Numbers Of Additional Community Resources:
- Parenting Classes and Counseling Referrals, Infolink: 714-955-2255
- Child Abuse, Child Abuse Registry: 714-938-0505
- Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence Hotline: 714-992-1931
For a consultation with an Orange County attorney at the Burch Shepard Family Law Group, call (949) 565-4158 or contact us online.
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Community Resources:
A variety of nonprofit social services agencies provide counseling services to divorcing families in the areas of domestic violence, marriage, family and children, and drug and alcohol abuse. Legal assistance is also available. For a list of these community resources, please contact Family Court Services at 714-935-6550.
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Books To Help Divorcing Parents And Their Children:
- My Mom and Dad Are Getting a Divorce by Florence Bienenfeld
- Mom's House, Dad's House by Isolina Ricci, Ph.D.
- Co-Parenting by Miriam Galper
- When Living Hurts by Gordon Sol
- Megan's Book of Divorce: A Kid's Book for Adults by Eric Jong
- Child Custody: Building Agreements That Work by Mimi E. Lyster
- The Parental Alienation Syndrome: A Guide for Mental Health and Legal Professionals by Richard A. Gardner, M.D.


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