Can I get an emergency divorce?

While it is true that California has a 6 month "cooling off period" other states do not. If you were to take up residence in NV, I believe that you...

What are the penalties for contempt of court order? Ex didnt notify me of a move with the child?

Well, you shouldn't have gone to her house, and you will likely be admonished by the Judge. However, you did have good reason for going there, to...

How do I get my husband to pay his child support payments?

DCSS can and will enforce a child support order. However, they are quite slow about it. If you can afford a private attorney, they can move much...

I received divorce papers and I don't want to contest them. Is it really necessary for me to respond?

No. You don't need to respond, and can save yourself $395.00 if you don't. If you agree with all of the information in the petition for dissolution...

First, no, your new spouse's income does not get considered for purposes of child support, except to increase your tax bracket and decrease child...

I<m 52 years old, been doviced for 3 years. In my MSA they put a Gavron order on me I<m back in court> I cant find a job!! Help

You should also be aware that before the court can impute income to you, if that is what the other side is requesting, they need to show not only...

Is temporary spousal support counted in to the actual spousal support granted after a divorce decree is handed down?

First, there is NO "guideline" set forth in the Family Code for either Temporary (pendente Lite) support or permanent support. There is Family...

I disagree with the previous poster. If the case was in San Bernardino Court you should be able to pull up the minute order online. It will tell...

Can an attorney locate where my ex husband is working?

Actually, a much more economical way to locate where he is working is to first send him a request for Income and Expense Declaration after...

Can a valid court order wage garnish, 50% for 28 yr marriage & 15% for $41k in arrears be reduced because of a $75 wk less pay?

While I tend to agree with the other attorney, he misses the mark because he doesn't practice family law. The Court is required to consider ALL...