How do I get child support from run away ex (without a pre-court order)?

If you failed to file for child support years ago, then you will not now be able to collect money for all the past time. If your daughter goes to...

Does the DA ever handle child support cases for arrears? Is there anyone to report the Dept of Child Support to?

I have heard from clients that Child Support Services drags their feet on a lot of things, but that is because they are simply overwhelmed with the...

WHAT FOR DO I USE?

There is no "form" to use. If you want to present evidence about how much child care costs you incur, then simply provide receipts for the monies...

No income for 14 years now I want to move out and get an apt after starting divorce proceedings. How do I get an apt w/o income?

Good question. It's not one that the family law courts can help much with, except that you can request spousal support and child support and put...

Father has not seen child for two years, should I leave it alone or change order to no visitation?

You would be in a much stronger position for a move-away if you had sole physical custody of the child so that weighs in favor of filing a Request...

Ex with history of DV took children across state. no custody in place. how can I get them back ASAP?

You need to file an ex parte application for custody. Requesting ex parte custody orders requires that you show either 1) risk of abduction (which...

Can my ex take the children as long as he wants when I have physical custody & we share joint custody, but no visitation sched?

You situation is typical--although you completed the divorce, the judgment did not specify a parenting plan. Now is the time to fix things. I am...

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Do custody and visitation / parenting agreements have to be stamped by a judge?

An informal agreement is great, but it is not legally binding or enforceable unless it becomes a court order. In other words, if a problem arises...

What is the best visitation schedule for an infant, 7 months, who has severe separation anxiety, that a court will grant?

Very good question. The answer is, it depends on who you ask. :) I am including links below for model parenting plans, including one for...

Can i relocate my 2 year old son from California to Texas with me and my husband.

If there is an open family law case anywhere in California, you cannot move with the child absent a court order or consent from the other parent. ...