Common law

California doesn't permit common-law marriage.

Is this an odd question??

It depends on a bunch of different facts, including the age of the child(ren) the ability of the "working at home" parent to actually CARE for the...

To put it more simply: whatever you were called (Petitioner or Respondent) at the time of the original divorce case in Monterey, is what you stay...

I have been living with the father of my 4boys for 17 years, for the last 6 years it has been a nightmare. We have a house toget

You don't say whether any of the boys are still under the age of 18 and still living with you; if so Dad might be ordered to pay child support to...

As a male, what are my parental rights when my wife and I are separated pending a divorce?

You should not sign any such contract. If you cannot afford the filing fee, you should apply to the court for a complete, or partial "fee waiver"....

My boyfriends ex-wife is threating to sue him for $60,000 in back child support can she do that?

If he didn't pay her the money during the time she had custody and a valid support order, then he still owes her the money, plus 10% interest per...

I am in need of an atty, to defend a TRO dropped on my doorstep, that is filled with slander and lies. i got it on 08/03/12,

I must respectfully disagree with the one response to your question which suggested that you don't need to speak to an attorney about this. Your...

How can i sue an attorney for malpractice in a family law child support contempt matter, he claims its criminal so I cant sue

If you're suing an attorney for malpractice in a criminal case, (like a contempt proceeding) you'll probably be required to prove that you were...

Is there anything in any court order which says you need to have your ex's permission for this sort of activity with the kids? Has there ever been...

I own an apartment and have a 401k and IRA on my own, now I'm getting married. Do I need a prenup?

You need to sit down with an EXPERIENCED family law attorney to make sure you understand what effect getting married has on your property, rights,...