Hello: There is a requirement for a naturalization applicant to have "good moral character" for a period of 5 years prior to the filing of the...

Can I get Child support from someone that's on disability?

1) If the other parent's disability benefits is derived from a needs-based "public assistance" program such as SSI, then his disability income...

Can I receive bad child support & other financial losses from my ex husband?

Hello: You have the following options for enforcing your judgment or court orders for support: 1) You can use the services of the Dept. of...

Who gets temporary custody?

Hello: Your delay in filing for divorce or custody is understandable, as court processes can be costly and impersonal. In response to your...

What should i do about keeping my grandson in my custody

If you are interested in keep your grandson in your custody, you should file a petition for guardianship in probate court as soon as possible. ...

I pay $250 child support based on my income as of now. If I ever buy a house and my income stays the same, can that affect

Under the statewide uniform guidelines for determining child support, the basis for determining child support is the parents’ income, not their...

Can a parent be forced to support a child who is over 18, but has disablilities keeping them from working?

Yes, you can ask the family law court for continued child support from the other parent. Family Code 3910 provides that both parents are...

Family and employment based green card restrictions on future visits to USA

Hello: 1) Your I-130 petition will not affect your brother's ability to enter the U.S. on an L-1 intra-company transferee visa because this visa...

I am filing for US citizenship & got married last week to a tourist, can I file 1-130 for her together w my citizenship?

Following up on Mr. Pollock's answer, > Under the immigration laws, there is a presumption which arises that your wife did not intend to abide...

Collecting money from a divorce decree

It is hard to address to your question when your divorce paperwork is not available for review. You should consult with an experienced family law...