Where do I stand?

You need to establish Custody and Visitation Orders. Until there is some order in the court, the Mom can prevent you from seeing the child. This...

I currently take care of my daughter, but was just served with child support papers from my ex-wife, what can/should I do?

First, since there are no custody / visitation orders in place establishing orders will be a good thing. Next, it has been my experience that the...

Will I get some sort of child support order at a default hearing?

The answer is "maybe." It depends on whether or not you requested child support in your petition and in your proposed judgment. If you did both...

I also agree with the previous answers. However, since your ex-husband lives in NC you may be able to have him stipulate to transfer venue to San...

When arrears are issued by the Judge, what is the start date if not specified?

"Commencing forthwith" generally means that the order starts as of the date of the hearing. In your case, the hearing was on July 12th. Payments...

I am wanting a divorce from my husband and looking for the fees to be affordable, who can I go to?

I would suggest you contact your County or State Bar Association. Most have a referral service. In San Diego, CA, specifically, there is a...