Does California have a minimum income change threshold for filing a motion to increase or decrease child support?

Generally the following are the reasons for a modification: The income of 1 or both parents has changed; One parent has lost his or her...

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Are there restraining orders where the receiving party doesn't have to know about them?

No, you need to give him notice. How will he know not to contact you or be around you if he does not know such an order exists. You will also...

Can an acknowledgement of paternity be be valid if a minor (17) was forced to sign without thier parent's consent?

Yes, the document could be valid if the father sat on his rights and did nothing about this for 10 years.

How can a custody court hearing be cancelled due to the requester being unhappy of the mediation recommendations?

If she was the one to file a petition, she could withdraw her petition. You should find an attorney and file your own petition. It sounds like...

Where can I find a lawyer that can help me with all of this?

Go through your local bar association. They generally have a lawyer referral service. Some members of that panel will take low fee or sliding...

Grandparents trying to assume parental rights they do not have

Legal custody is what they would need or at least joint legal custody: the right to make decisions regarding education, medical, schooling,...

Can I take legal action?

It sounds like you may have some sort of claim, however, this is the domestic violence section. This is the wrong practice area for your question.

Can the state of California child support take a lawsuit settlement?

Just echoing my colleagues, but yes, they can.

I generally instruct my clients to give a 15 minute window, unless the order specifies otherwise.

Many courts have a way to appear by telephone. You could contact the court or check the website in advance to see what the process is and save...