Is getting a spousal support waiver as part of the judgment or if it is signed after the judgment is entered the same?

This is a little confusing. Spousal support waiver should be on the Judgment itself (FL-180, p2) as well as any marital settlement agreement you...

Can an Attorney have a sexual relationship with their client? Is it legal for a parent to leave a 10-year-old in car for hours?

Here is what the California Rules of Prof. Conduct say about sexual relations between attorneys and clients: Rule 1.8.10 Sexual Relations with...

How do I determine self employment income of noncustodial parent long distance if claims not to be working due to COVID 19?

You don’t need a PI, you need an attorney to do proper discovery. In today’s gig economy many folks work off the books. But discovery of his bank...

Can a family provide a loan to an individual family member's business in a legally binding fashion?

Just to clarify Ms. Koslyn's excellent answer which I believe contained typos, all income earned during marriage (with exceptions that don't appear...

Why would a person have to go to trial to obtain a civil harassment restraining order?

It’s called due process. Just because one person claims another has done something doesn’t mean they did it. A temporary restraining order without...

Does my mom have any rights to my child? I

How old are you? That makes a difference. Do you have a job? Have you looked into moving out into your own place or with friends/roommates? Need...

You seem a little confused. Since you filed the petition, you have to file the proof of service for the summons you served him with, not him. Are...

Can i get my restraining order back up?

You will need to file a new application for a TRO citing the new events that are leading you to file this. You can refer to the prior order & the...

So we aren’t living together right now, if I were to purchase a $70k vehicle w/ $10k down, would she be entitled to half the car

Are you married? Have you filed for divorce? Is your separation permanent? What money are you using for the down payment (ie where did it come from...

How can I quash a spousal support order in California

You cannot “quash” a support order. Under limited circumstances you can set aside a SS order for fraud or perjury. You give too little information...