My kids are held hostage by my ex and not given any kind of communication to dad.. What should I do in the state of California?

I would suggest you hire an attorney to give yourself the best chance possible to fix this situation. You may need to go after more custody of the...

Child support modification through Department of Child Support Services

I would suggest filling out a new Income and Expense Declaration and filing it with the court. It has a box where you can explain any changes in...

How long after hearing can you expect child support?

Usually they start payment as of the 1st or 15th of the month. Be sure to ask for support back to the date you filed the motion.

Can I open a case for child support to collect on payments from the birth of my son?

You need to file for support, if there is no order, right away. The courts only have the authority to go back to the date you file your motion.

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Ex asking for equalization payment but he owed me more than that(equalization $)

I would suggest you obtain an attorney who can represent you and argue regarding reimbursements vs. equalization payments.

I'm seeking to get full coustdy of my three yr old father has been out of his life for two yrs

I don't know if paternity has been established, whether you have a current order, etc. I would suggest making an appointment to speak to an...

How strong of my case to file joint custody 50 % .

In Orange County, judges give great weight to a 16 year-old's desires, as long as they have a mature, reasonable basis for this. Your daughter...

I am confused as to whether you had a mediation, or perhaps a child custody investigation was done, because as Mr. Wishart stated, Orange County...

From the sound of that sentence, it sounds like you do both pick up and drop off. Unless it is a significant additional burden, I think you may...

If my husband doesn't show for custody mediation what happens?

It depends on whether he has notice or not. If he does not attend, it is likely to delay your case, so make every effort to ensure you can show...