There are two tracks to this case - one started when you were served with a Petition. If you want to contest property or spousal support, serve...

My son and daughter-in-law are making it extremely difficult for me to see my grandchildren. Do I have rights in California?

Courts are very reluctant to interfere in the discretion parents have over their children. When the family is intact, you would have to show the...

I have sole legal and physical custody can court decide to split it with my ex?

To change custody/visitation orders, he will have to show that his proposal is better for the child than what you have in mind. He can be very...

Your mother has little hope of reopening this case, based on what you related. From what you said, she made a "grudging acceptance" in court and...

What can I do about property that was not listed on divorce papers?

It does not sound like there is any marital interest in the property, even though he was put on the title. Technically, the law provides for a way...

Child support is calculated based on what is actually happening with the children. Put another way, the parent who has the children the most will...

Properly done, the MSA contains all the numbers and other parts of a child support order. The FL-180 has the MSA attached to it and refers to that...

Do death benefits received count towards income (child support)?

Yes, almost certainly, as long as the money is for your use. Generally, anything that goes into your budget for you is income. If you are getting...

Form fl 150 pg 2, #8 additional income: If my sister-in-law GIVES my ex money, can he put that down on his form?

Unless one of you is getting public assistance, you can agree to whatever child support amount you want. The agreement has to have some "magic...

What can be done if my husband failed to comply with the child support and alimony for three months?

You can work on slapping his hands or getting your money, or both. First, start enforcing the money by contacting California's Department of Child...