If filing a an Marriage Settlement Agreement, do you need to file a lot of other forms to finalize a separation?

Just filing a Marital Settlement Agreement will not get you to the end of your case. You need to file a Judgment packet, which might include some,...

Child support

Yes. The other party failing to exercise their visitation rights does not undermine your ability to enforce a child support obligation.

Me & my ex wife signed a stipulation to modify child custody

Custodial timeshare percentage and gross income are two of the factors that help determine guideline child support. Visit...

What California Harassment statute applies to domestic violence restraining orders based on harassment online?

Under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act (DVPA), "abuse" is broadly defined, which includes harassment and disturbing the peace, but does not...

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Can the other parent take my child out of state?

You have options. Depending on how long the child has been out of state, you might still be able to file a request in a court in California for...

How can I get a different judge? Is there anything I can do? Please help.

Is there anything you can do? Yes, hire an experienced attorney to represent you.

Upcoming "short cause trial" for mod in CA, is it possible to req jdgmnt prior to trial? Did I err in not filing req for jdgmnt?

A judgment memorializes the resolution of issues in your case. You get to resolution by either: (1) agreement, or (2) trial. If there is no...

Fighting for a time sensitive move away with special needs twins.Lawyer halted work until I provide more $ How do I motivate him

Custody evaluations are not a quick process. Attorneys rarely work for free, so paying the attorney who is working for you is probably a good idea....

Family Law Trial. Judge orders both to file/serve briefs 10 days prior to hearing. I was served after 10 days. What can I do?

Are you referring to the date you "received" it, or the date on the Proof of Service? Might have been served timely and you just received it...

My ex is court-ordered through DCSS to pay me 50% of reasonable uninsured healthcare costs. How can I bill him for this?

Sometimes the order itself will state how you are to provide the bills to the other parent and when/how that other parent is to reimburse uninsured...

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