Can I record my ex when she talks to me in person/phone?

I suppose it depends on what you are planning to do with the recording. There are a variety of rules regarding the admissibility of recordings in...

Drug testing

There are a variety of factors than contribute to custody, but a drug test positive for methamphetamine could not help your ex gain custody. To...

My X wife just got fired. Does that mean I need to pay more child support.

Without a court order, you do not have to pay more support. That being said, if she files to modify the current support order based on the fact...

As Mr. Velasco explained, there is more information required to adequately address your needs. You need to at the minimum consult with a local...

Can I use this against my ex-wife in a custody battle?

I am terribly sorry that you have to deal with this. As Ms. Blair explained, the facts that you presented can be used to paint a larger picture...

Summary dissolution previously filed, what happens now?

I tend to agree with Ms. Liewen. Depending on your living situation and how the two of you have handled the financial aspects of your separation,...

Who gets to keep the house in a divorce where we both want it even though its upside down?

If the house is part of the community estate, then it will be included in the assets to be split in the settlement. The fact of the matter is that...

There are a variety of penalties for disobeying a court order. I would recommend that you comply with your court order and possibly consult with a...

What constitutes "full time" school attendance in CA, in terms of child support payments for a child over 18?

You should contact the school the child attends and ask them whether or not the child is considered a full time student by the standards set by...

How long and how much Family Support am I entitled to?

If your ex makes upwards of 90K a year, then I am not sure under what conditions he is looking to lower support. If he takes you to court, you...