CAN I DATE DURING MY DIVORCE?
More often than not, by the time a new client
comes into my office for the initial interview, at least
one of the parties has been involved in an affair. Since
California is a no-fault divorce state, dating prior to
nor during the pendency of a divorce is not an impediment
to terminating the marital status. It can, however, be
relevant to other issues in any particular case. As an
example, dating may be relevant on the issue of child
custody. To avoid dating becoming an issue in a custody
situation, one must use common sense in bringing the new
significant other around the children especially if they
are young. Prudence should also be exercised in making
certain that the dating relationship is more than a one
or two date arrangement. Introducing the children to
serial dates is not in their best interests.