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281 sec. 001 - Family Law (Spring 2026)
Instructor: Michael Bishay (view instructor's teaching evaluations - degree students only)
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Units: 3
Grading Designation: Graded
Mode of Instruction: In-Person
Meeting:
Tu 6:25 PM - 9:05 PM
Location: Law 110
From January 13, 2026
To April 21, 2026
Course End: April 21, 2026
Class Number: 33833
Enrollment info:
Enrolled: 89
Waitlisted: 0
Enroll Limit: 90
As of: 03/16 09:45 AM
This course provides an in-depth study of California family law. We will discuss marriage, divorce, annulment, parentage, child custody, visitation, child & spousal support, and property division. We will also have an in-depth discussion about domestic violence, its impact on children, community, and the paradigm shift in law and caselaw in that area. While this course is California-focused, the principles in this case are embedded in many states’ laws.
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Exam Notes: (F) In-class Final Exam
(Subject to change by faculty member only through the first two weeks of instruction)
Exam Length: 3 hours
Course Category: Family Law
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Books:
Required Books are in blue
- California Family Law - A practice focused casebook
John E.B. Myers
Edition: Third Edition
Publisher: West Academic
ISBN: 9798895452257
e-Book Available: Unknown
Price: To Be Determined