Can the courts make me pay additional alimony to my ex-wife just because I got remarried and my new wife works and has a job?

As previously stated, spousal support is determined by evaluating a number of factors, but income of a new spouse is not one of the factors....

Just went to court regarding alimony yesterday and the judge ordered $300 a month for life. What does that mean?

Typically spousal support for life means until the death of either party, remarriage of recipient party, or further order of the court, whichever...

There is no FL form to respond to a Responsive Declaration to an RFO (FL-320). You would simply file a reply declaration to the other party's...

Can ex wife try to get half of pension after 9 years of divorce?

There is no statute of limitations on an omitted (community) asset. If you have evidence that she knew of the pension at the time of the divorce...

You can obtain a copy of a marriage certificate from the county registrar/recorder if you know the county in which they were married and the...

Cant Afford a Lawyer, How can I beat this allegation?

You may wish to contact the Legal Aid Society of San Diego to see if you qualify for pro bono legal services: https://www.lassd.org/. If you...

Can I list my home for sale before my divorce is finalized?

As attorney Barrett indicated, once the petition is filed and served there is an automatic injunction against disposing of any community assets...

How much is a family court transcript?

Court transcripts are priced per page, so the cost would depend on the number of pages in that particular transcript. Many counties in CA have an...

Can business owner sue me?

Yes, he can file a lawsuit, however, that doesn't mean he will win. As attorney Darby indicated, truth is an absolute defense against defamation,...

Is it mandatory to publish a Notice of Petition to Administer Estate when you're the only beneficiary?

Yes, you must follow all of the steps set out in the statute, even if you are the sole beneficiary. The Notice of Petition to Administer Estate...