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My ex wife has decided not to work or look for work and is expecting me to give her a set sum of money for child care directly

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

I believe guideline child support is all she is entitled to. Will it be higher because she isn't working? Yes. However, you don't get paid like...

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Are the assets in a divorce evaluated at the time of divorce or at the time of separation?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

Usually they are valued as close to the time of trial as possible, and of course if privileges apply, your attorney will claim them. If there has...

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My soon-to-be ex-husband blatantly perjured himself in his response declaration. Can't he get in trouble for this?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

I don't normally advise clients not to show up. In Orange County, they usually allow you to file a response at least, which it seems you would be...

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As a father can i get full custody of my daughter after domestic violence? She's been with me for the last two years.

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

You need to speak to counsel to prepare for the March trial. If it is in fact set for "trial", then those orders will hold considerable weight and...

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My atty. advised me not to go to ex parte. Husband lied and judge gave him temp custody.Trial is not for 9 months!

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

Wow, I have never advised a client not to attend an ex parte! Usually there is a hearing within 21 days after the initial filing. You need to...

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Child custody mediation

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

Be prepared to be there a long time, because it is possible that they will send you down to mediation that day to get it done. If mediation does...

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Custody rights

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

Some problems I notice that don't seem to be mentioned: Using the child as messenger is a BIG NO NO! Second, while she may not be able to control...

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Can my child's mother file right for child support without even trying to reach an agreement?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

When you say you found out through your employer, does that mean that a wage assignment was issued? Is CSSD involved? You may want to contact...

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Moved to get a job and ex doesn't want to contribute much to transportation.

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

If the judge was very keen on you obtaining a job, (s)he may also want to issue an order that encourages you to remain employed and not risk losing...

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Are adopted children considered when noncustodial parents have to pay child support for their biological children?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on February 05, 2014

When child support is calculated, you should ask for a hardship based upon the adoption.

Rhonda Diane Ellifritz's Answers (1569)

My ex wife has decided not to work or look for work and is expecting me to give her a set sum of money for child care directly

Are the assets in a divorce evaluated at the time of divorce or at the time of separation?

My soon-to-be ex-husband blatantly perjured himself in his response declaration. Can't he get in trouble for this?

As a father can i get full custody of my daughter after domestic violence? She's been with me for the last two years.

My atty. advised me not to go to ex parte. Husband lied and judge gave him temp custody.Trial is not for 9 months!

Child custody mediation

Custody rights

Can my child's mother file right for child support without even trying to reach an agreement?

Moved to get a job and ex doesn't want to contribute much to transportation.

Are adopted children considered when noncustodial parents have to pay child support for their biological children?