Can ccss go back to 2010 to correct child support

Generally, there is a prohibition on the retroactive modification of child support. However, the court may be able to (in some narrow...

What if the custodial parent does not abide by the courts order?

In family law, you basically have three modes of relief: 1) Sanctions (See FC 271); 2) Contempt; 3) Modification of order (See FC...

There is actually a local form that you need to use, called the "VN230." I have added a link to it below my answer. Both of you would need to...

Divorce and business with community debt

This is a sophisticated family law issue that requires a local family law attorney. Technically, debt accumulated by either spouse during the...

Can I move my child out of state??

Any attorney would need more information to answer this question. It sounds to me like you have a Court order. The standard custody order from...

My brother without cause filed a restraining order against me for elder abuse of my mom. Can I have a public defender?

Generally, no. You are not entitled to an attorney for restraining order proceedings. You are entitled to counsel under Gideon v. Wainright with...

The mother of my child just filed a petition that I reimburse her for the birth of our son who is now 3. Is that possible?

It is possible. You have a good argument that she has "unclean hands" since she kept the child away from you, that she "waived" her right to...

My ex-husband will not answer questions in regards to travel and visitation.

I agree with my colleagues about drafting a letter and filing a motion with the court for consent. You should file a motion for an entirely new...

Family Law Case, Ventura County California, Relationship of the court assigned mediator with the case Petitioner.

I dont think attending the same weekly bible study amounts to an issue creating bias. Ventura County still has enough of a small town atmosphere...

Contacting state board in regards to dishonest lawyer(s)

The first thing you need to do before filing a complaint with the bar is to call or go to the ventura county bar association and request a fee...