First, you need to let me know if your Judgment was done by an agreement or trial. If by trial, the judgment must reflect what the Judge ordered. ...

You should read up on Smith/Ostler orders. Basically there are two ways to proceed: you can argue that the court should look at your w-2 from last...

Can I take my kids with me if my husband who I am divorcing kicks me out of the house?

Both parents have equal access to their child until a court orders a custody and visitation schedule. If your ex has been violent, has threatened...

Child Travel After Divorce - International

I read your comment that your divorce was in another country. You should have orders on custody and visitation here in California, since this is...

What state do I file a modification to a Parenting Plan?

You can still file in Montana for a non-emergency situation. The proper procedure is to file a motion in Montana to change the venue to either...

My husband and I are on the verge of a divorce. He says he has never supported me and I should not get alimony. Can he do this?

Alimony which in California is called Spousal Support is done in two stages. During the pendency of a Dissolution of Marriage case (Divorce),...

Family Law short cause trial, will there be a jury?

You will not have a Jury Trial in a Family Law Matter. Your Judge shall decide everything at issue for trial.

I need have my divorce finalized. It has been in process for 3 years! Please help

I am a Contra Costa attorney. You need to do the following: Step 1: Go to Open Access Portal and see if you and your spouse have filed a...

How do I go about filing for divorce, with no children & we're a same sex couple in California.

TO FILE FOR A DIVORCE: (1) Go to google and type "FL-100 PETITION". Download this form and fill it out. (2) Go to google and type "FL-110...

California Divorce FL170 FL180

With the proviso that you both agree that no support is ever to be paid, I answer the question as follows: Question 1: Check 8(a). ...