This means that you agree with their calculation of the past due support. If there is a stipulation signed by both parents, no court hearing is...

How long after default is granted and paperwork is received by the courts will my divorce be final? this all started july 28 15

In Shasta County, the processing time for a divorce judgment is about two and a half months. They are a little bit backlogged.

What seems like a reasonable offer for 2 months of pain and discomfort. At what time should I seek legal representation.

You should hire an attorney to help negotiate your claim. It is not a large case, but in my experience, $2,500.00 sounds too low.

Can I ask court to set aside interest on child support arrears since date of change of custody in California is this possible?

The court does not have the ability to set aside the interest on the past due support. It is possible to negotiate a settlement with the mother....

What are her chances of her getting 50/50? And what are the chances if we get married my girlfriend can adopt him?

If mother is a drug addict with a storied criminal past, and has not been part of your son's life for over four years, there is a very strong...

Who is the person to join their pension in a divorce case?

Joining a pension plan is a routine part of a divorce case. Either party can complete the joinder paperwork. You need to file the joinder paperwork...

Can a Employment Agency be served the Joinder Summons and other papers in a divorce case?

If your wife attached pay stubs from the employment agency to her income and expense declaration, this should be enough documentation for a support...

As a Petitioner having filed for modifications, can I file a response to a responsive declaration prior to my hearing?

You are talking about a reply declaration. The reply declaration must be filed and served five court days before the hearing. You are welcome to...

What is my recourse in reference to improperly served/filed documents and an attorney representing a Pro Per client?

The Responsive Declaration and Income and Expense Declaration should not be file stamped. The Responsive Declaration must be served before it is...

Who is considered the petitoner in a request to change a custody order?

The designation of petitioner or respondent does not change. If you were the respondent when the case was initially filed, you are still the...