When a child custody request for order is filed, does the petitioner get temporary custody until the hearing?

No. There are no temporary orders, simply because you filed. Please note that this answer does not constitute legal advice, and should not be...

Can my stepson's father come after me for child support?

Generally, a new spouse's income is not considered in calculating child support. The exception is if you were extremely wealthy. Please note...

Yes. You must amend both the FL-100, and teh FLl-110. Both must be reserved. You must wait 30 days. If no answer in 30 days, you can then...

My guy tried to clearify dna with a woman from his past 8yrs ago-she didn't follow through-will he owe retro c/s (child is 14yr)

You indicate that another man, her husband, raised this child and held himself out to be the child's father. Since she is divorced, you should...

"Proof of service 1st amended S&C"Someone handed me the first "proof of service" but nobody handed me the second one. Illegal?

File an Answer to the divorce. Trying to set aside a default is time consuming and expensive. The fastest, easiest way to deal with the...

Do I need to file a ex parte custody order, a temporary emergency order or just a order to show just cause?

It sounds like the situation might be escallating. You can file an exparte motion, and ask for an order shortening time. That way if the exparte...

Is there a statute of limitations on collecting child support?

Yes. There is no statute of limitations on collecting past due child support. If you have an order, and he did not pay, the money plus interest...

Will my child support lower if Father re marry?

Child support is not lowered bcause of a marriage. Paying taxes will nots lower support, in fact it will usually raise support because of the tax...

Extra curricular activities part of child support?

Extra curricular activities are not considered child support, and Father is not obligated to pay one-half, although it would be nice for the child...

I represent myself in a divorce case. My case is scheduled in about 17 days - how can I postpone/continue the case until January

Once a case is set for trial itis very difficult to postpone the trial date. You can try. You can file an exparte Motion and request a...