Custody Chaos — What Happens When a Co-Parent Stops Following the Court Order

Episode Summary: What happens when a co-parent repeatedly ignores a custody or visitation order? In this episode, family law attorney Amanda Hill walks listeners through the practical and legal responses to court order violations—from documentation tips and mediation options to emergency motions and the power of parenting apps. Amanda shares actionable guidance on how to protect your parenting rights, when to escalate a situation to court, and how to keep calm while prioritizing your child's best interests.   Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro to Amanda Hill and today’s topic 01:15 – First steps to take when a co-parent violates a custody order 03:20 – Why documenting violations in writing is crucial 05:40 – Parenting apps: Our Family Wizard and Talking Parents 08:00 – Minor vs. serious custody violations 10:55 – Emergency situations and international custody disputes 13:00 – Examples of violations that justify court action 15:45 – Decision-making conflicts and joint legal custody 19:15 – Emergency enforcement and order shortening time (OST) 21:00 – Types of documentation to support enforcement or modification 24:30 – Using social media and logs as admissible evidence 26:00 – Mediation options inside and outside of court 28:15 – Why informal agreements must be filed to be enforceable 30:00 – Self-care and communication tips for navigating custody conflict 33:10 – Final advice: Putting children first and avoiding unnecessary battles 35:00 – Connect with Amanda Hill and closing remarks   About the Show: "Navigating Consumer and Family Law Challenges" features insights from SoCal's trusted attorneys Amanda Hill and Sarah Khosrabadi. The show focuses on family law, consumer protection, and employment law, offering helpful, caring, and professional legal advice.   🔗 Visit kandhlawgroup.com to learn more or connect with Amanda. 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share if this episode helped you or someone you care about.