10/07/2026
For same-sex parents, custody disputes can involve important questions about legal parentage, adoption, assisted reproduction, and parenting rights. Learn how California law addresses these issues and what parents can do to protect their relationships with their children.
Same-Sex Custody & Parentage Issues in California California family law recognizes parental rights in same-sex families, but determining who is legally recognized as a parent can sometimes present unique issues. Questions about parentage can become especially important when a same-sex couple separat...