Will I have to pay child support from money that my parents give me? Will I have to pay taxes on money that they give me?

Although i have not reviewed any documents and am unaware if you have a duty to report, under normal circumstances this would be a one time payment...

Joint custody.

In addition to the violation of Court Orders including conduct in front of the children, the concern would be the negative impact to the children...

Are there websites for study purpose for various types of judgements of family court decisions of California?

I am unaware of any such database, nor do such citations contained in a judgment help with legal matters, per se. Many judgments are public...

Affidavit of Marriage / Single Status Affidavit?

No, you are already married and a confidential marriage certificate in CA carries with it the same force and effect as a non confidential marriage,...

How can severance payment be used to calculate child support?

One must file a Request with the Court and obtain an Order, unless there is a prior Order or a stipulation is reached between the parties in this...

Would a modification to an existing court order be needed?

If the father wants to file an RFO he may do so, but the court cannot force an 18 year old man to participate in visitation. Since you cannot put...

Can I request a continuance on the day of court if I feel like I may need one after all for a modification?

To the extent you have yet to be served, once you are, the court may believe you have had adequate time to hire a lawyer. However, most courts do...

Can I travel with my child without a notarized letter from the father consenting to a trip out of the country?

Nothing indicates that a notarized letter would be necessary but the remedy is to file an RFO with the Court seeking an Order to travel with the...

What key factors determine child custody and child support in the state of California?

If the father were to leave, then you would need to file an immediate Paternity Action, and concurrently file a Request for Order for Child Support...

If it is filed at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, it takes about 4-6 weeks. Most branch courthouses take less time.