Will a judge award child support without a request in the State of CA?

In California child support is based upon time share with the children and the income of both parents. Technically, with 50/50 one party could owe...

My ex has violated our Marital Settlement Agreement and is refusing to submit to mediation? Is contempt the appropriate remedy?

The San Diego court prefers not using contempt charges if possible in a family law matter. However, with that said,you can still make the request...

Can I move out of state with my kids before I file for a divorce?

It is not usually advisable to move before filing since your husband could use this against you and it may not look good to the court. of course...

The father can use the tardy argument in asking for primary custody of the child. It is up to the court to determine how much weight to give the...

Family law- custody order

Usually The judge will specify who will prepare the findings and order after hearing (FOAH). Since the judge did not specifically say they would...

I just recieved a envelope saying I'm being sued for child custody meaning the mother of my child is trying to take my daughter

If the mother has filed a motion with the court for her to obtain custody or more time with your child, you should find an attorney to help you...

My ex lied on last 3 Income & Expense Declarations and I have been overpaying by $1000/mo. Can the court order her to repay me?

You should talk to an attorney so that these facts can be brought to the court's attention. if the original order was based on fraud or deceit,...

Family law question?

The court hasn't made any orders as of yet. if the other party does not show up at the hearing and does not file or bring in a response, the court...

If child support was not checked in the initial RFO, then the matter will not be heard at the hearing. In order to have the matter heard you would...

I have a dv tro against my ex and his attorney is filing an order for visitation before court date. how do i stop this?

Not sure what he is going to court to file. if it is an ex parte hearing, you should argue that there is no emergency in this matter that requires...