After a minor reaches a certain age, it is difficult to get them to follow a Court order. You can't force a teenage into a car. You may wish to...

How likely is it that the courts will reward assets and debts in my favor? And do they favor women in these situations?

In order for you to find out exactly what you may be entitled to in reimbursements you may have to spend some additional money on an attorney. Or,...

Providing false information to the other side in divorce

Under the Family Code, both parties are to provide full and honest disclosure of all relevant information such as assets, debts, valuations,...

Will father still need to pay child support with 50/50 physical visitations?

If the father is truly unemployed, even with a 50-50 time share you could be made to pay him child support. However, if the father is not working...

What do I do to live with my mom? What's the fastest and easiest legal way? Is there a way to do it outside of the court?

Your Mom can file a Request for Orders asking the Court to modify your visitation with your Dad. At your age, the Court can take into account your...

Besides the child's preferences, what else is considered in modifying custody in CA and are they weighted equally?

At the age of 15, the Court can take into consideration the child's preference. But, that is not the end all. The Court also has to make a...

How can I protect myself and what can I do if he shows up tomorrow to take my kids? How can I resolve this for future as well?

If your ex is behaving as you say, you could seek an emergency order from the Court suspending his visitation or requiring that he have monitored...

There are two types of spousal support; temporary and permanent spousal support. Temporary support is essentially a numbers game; what is the...

How long will it take to get a hearing for divorce? At least a preliminary hearing?

If either you or your spouse require an award of spousal support, child support or custody orders, unless one of you file a "Request for Orders",...

Does my former spouse have any legal claim on the money I gave to my family members while we were still married?

Your wife may have a claim against the monies you gifted/lent to your family. All money earned by either you or your wife during the marriage are...