Late on Child Support and Spousal Support Payment

You did the right thing by requesting a modification in the order right away. Most of the time overpayments are not returned, but they will be...

If my ex didnt reply to the medition or denies he got a court date . Yes he was served But didnt reply to response.

He has little to no power to threaten to take your kids, absent any serious situations involving child abuse or neglect. If you have already filed...

Is there a law that says parties in a lawsuit cannot use email to discuss settlement or ask each other questions?

Generally email would not be an acceptable method of communication in a legal matter if that is the ONLY form of communication being utilized. ...

Child support

It sounds as though you have been served with an RF (Request for Order) to modify child support. If that is the case, then you can file a...

My daughter's father and I have had domestic violence my daughter was never abused physically or verbally but she was there when

If social services is voluntarily re-opening your case and seeking a restraining order on behalf of yourself and your daughter, this indicates a...

Ca child support arrears question. Had my CS lowered 5 months ago.

In California there is no statute of limitations on child support arrears, meaning they remain open and owed until paid in full. This means that...

Can I change joint legal custody to full custody in my favor? If so, what are the chances resulting to my favor?

From the limited facts in your post, it sounds as if you are only seeking to modify 'legal' custody and not 'physical' custody. "Legal" custody...

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How can I help my ex-step daughter? Her father is physically and emtionally abusing her and she tried to kill herself.

What a terrible situation. I agree with my colleague's advice: keep talking to anyone and everyone associated with this girl. The police, CPS,...

Can my spouse move out and take my son with her, with out my concent, or a court order? How Can I stop her?

I am sorry to hear about your situation. The only way to have any kind of say is to have legal documents. You could file a "Request for Order" -...

Custody.

Based upon the limited facts you have presented, it sounds as though you and your ex share custody of a minor child (or children) and you are...