Can I change my daughters last name if I have sole physical and legal custody and her biological father is in jail?

Even with these facts one still needs to give notice, which should be relatively easy since he is incarcerated. The regular name change steps...

His only option is for him to change his name which does nothing to the legal relationship of father and son created by the...

Can I use parentage by estoppel to legally adopt and change my sons last name?

One cannot force an adoption, either consent or Court Order is required. A step-parent adoption would have been an alternative if you and the...

Child and spousal support

The court always has the authority to deviate if such is equitable for both child and spousal support. The Court generally looks back one to two...

My ex-girlfriend violated the joint legal custody order for our son by having a dental procedure done? What are my remedies?

You have the option of filing a Request for Order seeking whatever relief you think is appropriate. However, the issue becomes what is in the best...

Can I still ask for the imputed wages if my ex purposefully took a job making less?

Yes, you can ask for whatever you want but it may not be granted. This is a question for the Court to determine and is a question of fact as to if...

Are specific forms to AGAINST stopping paying child support?

Under California law, a parent’s obligation to pay support continues until the child becomes 18 years old. However, the current support obligation...

Do I need court permission to amend my response in California family law court?

You are allowed to do it once as a matter of law.

Can I join my spouse's parents if they have title to a home that really belongs to the community?

Yes, you can. Make sure you include all relevant facts in your Joinder Motion. this is a technical Motion and therefore you need to make sure you...

Does making a custody order excretory or domesticate it, include all states or just the state you file it with?

It is hard to understand the question. I assume you are wanting to know if a custody agreement from one state is enforceable in another? Yes, all...