To have the court consider your request to terminate or modify spousal support, you file a request for order and supporting forms stating the...

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Is alimony determined based on divorcing spouses' income prior to filing for divorce or at the time of court hearing?

There is not a simple answer to this question. There are two types of spousal support in California, temporary support pending a trial and long...

Is there a limit of back child support I can ask for each month ?

The primary issues concern what assets and income does Dad have, the amount owing, and Dad's other spousal and child support obligations. Although...

Wife left in 2007, she owns a business with her b/f. Can I claim 1/2 her business if she tries to take 1/2 on the house?

You really need to at least talk with a lawyer who is familiar with family law. There is not enough here to give you anything near a full answer. ...

What should I do if wife has a agreed to how the property should be separated but doesn't want to sign an MSA?

Ms. Routledge is correct, you don't have an agreement based on the facts stated. The fact that her response and your petition both propose the...

Will a divorce in Ireland count in California?

California does have a law about spousal support when the marriage is over 10 years in length, but that won't affect your divorce. The minimum...

How is money gifted to one spouse in the marriage treated if divorce results at a later date?

It starts out separate property of your Husband. It can be changed to community property by a written agreement (also called a transmutation...

Is there any way to appeal a ruling after the 10 days in family court? Any way to get a new trial?

You have 10 days from the time you are served with the Commissioner's order to file for a new trial and bias is one of the grounds to do so. You...

How do I get my attorney to complete my divorce?

If the divorce is final and the judgment has been filed with the court you can get a copy of the documents from the clerk's office in San Jose....

How do i achieve enforcement of a Marital Settlement Agreement in California?

The other answers are correct that if the MSA has not been made part of a judgment, it should be. If she refuses to make it part of a judgment you...