I pay the child support ordered , my ex constantly asks for more . Do i have to ? Can i end up in court again like she threatens

Child Support is based on each parties' income and time share with the children. You can contact the Department of Child Support Services to...

You can contact the California State Bar and let them know the situation. They will follow up also for you. You might want to send a letter to...

How successful are move aways in a "contentious" case. Where things are 50/50 and have been finalized?

Take some time to go speak with an experienced family law attorney in your area and bring all of your Court orders and have a real discussion...

Can I be ordered to go back to Texas with my 4mos old child until a Custody Hearing is held?

Did you come to California to visit family? Or to move here? Was there any domestic violence in your relationship before you left? Have the two...

Would I be able to get alimony from a 22 yr marriage

You may be able to get spousal support (alimony), however it is not based on the other party cheating on you. For more information regarding...

When do I file for an RFO for a change in custody?

It sounds like you would want to file at the beginning of the year to try to have everything in place prior to school registration. You should...

How can I reduce my daughters father's visitation because his drinking is neglecting her needs.

I concur with Attorney Straus, you need to file a Request for Order to Modify Custody and Visitation and request that father's visits be...

How can I protect my children from their violent mother during our separation period until court grants me their custody?

I concur with my colleague. Hire an experienced family law attorney to help you file for dissolution and for an emergency custody and visitation...

Is it possible for a mildly disabled father to get custody of his children?

I concur with Attorney Routledge, if your son can show that he is capable of taking care of the needs of his children he should be able to get at...

Will my children not be allowed around their father?

I concur with Attorney Routledge. You need to be very careful if CPS is involved in the case. Make sure that they have not recommended that your...