You seem to have a great deal of misconceptions about California's child support scheme/laws. I highly suggest you consult with an experienced...

You can ask the court to apply the child support retroactive to either the date you filed your motion or to the date you initially filed your...

The date of separation in California marks the end of what we call the community estate. Meaning any income you earn or assets and debts you...

Step parents have no legal obligations to step children under normal circumstances therefore under your hypothetical your separated ex wife would...

Our judges frequently frown upon this sort of behavior and depending on the severity and frequency of the abusive communications it could be...

Where can i find a good divorce lawyer

Reviews, Reviews, Reviews. Good lawyers these days have a strong online presence, a good website with lots of information about them, and reviews...

I defaulted on my divorce and when I look up any updates on the divorce it just says pending

Super easy. Just go down to the Court house in which the case was filed and ask to view your file (they are public records). Look for a "Judgment"...

What document needs to filed to terminate spousal support once the spousal support has reached its recommended term?

You'll need to reference your written order. If it clearly states spousal support terminates after that one year then there's nothing you need to...

When should the date start for me to collect child support?

If the judge didn't specify a start date then it would be deemed the date of the order. However, California law permits a judge to retroactively...

I owe back child support and have been unemployed for some time. I am trying to start my own business.

I have to disagree a bit with the previous poster. Although I agree that California has a strong policy that it is a parent's first duty to...