How can I legally re assess the amount I pay for child support?

If you are going to have a change in income, you can ask the Court to re-calculate the amount of child support you pay. Since gross income is a big...

What would I need to do if I am the petitioner for child custody and want to withdraw the petition?

If you are the Petitioner in the paternity case, you can voluntarily dismiss the case. If what is pending before the court is a Request for Order...

If a California attorney accepts a divorce case Pro Bono, then resigns from the case, before divorce is settled,

If all else fails, look at the fee/retainer agreement you entered into with the attorney (if applicable). Typically, even if the case is taken pro...

Can custodial parent refuse to communicate with me regarding my daughter and my relationship with my daughter?

If the court has ordered video chats as a form of visitation, those have to continue, regardless of the debate about the communication issue. Those...

I have hearing , coming soon , what can i do to increase my percentage

Mr. Aguilar is correct. Especially if you made an agreement in FCS, the Court will likely adopt the FCS recommendations/your agreement. You have...

Yes, you can subpoena witnesses. The form is SUBP-001. It must be served on the witness a "reasonable time" before the hearing. Unless the witness...

I want to dismiss my ex-boyfriend's attorney because he was only hired for limited scope representation. How do I go about this?

It is doubtful the court would dismiss an attorney based on your objection in this situation. Your ex-boyfriend and the attorney could just enter...

Can I get backpay on child support from the time of my child's birth? Before the motion was filed with the court?

Unfortunately, the Court does not have jurisdiction over the matter until a pleading or motion is filed. If the Court makes an order at a later...

If you have time, you can prepare, file, and serve a declaration stating the facts which disagree with the report. Declarations are only for...

Family Court Services Mediation to change current custody orders

TO change child custody/visitation orders requires a change in circumstance which would require a modification of the orders which would be in...