Yes, there is. There are different methods and steps to take in order to collect on a family law judgment in California that has been made in your favor.
When you are looking to collect on a family law judgment, not referring to child or spousal support, the first step if the court ordered date [...]
NO, unless under a very narrow exception of extreme hardship, the court cannot look at your new spouses income in calculating the amount your ex-spouse should pay in child support.
After a divorce or when there are children involved in a case, for child support or child custody, the case will last for years with modifications [...]
California Superior Courts Have Jurisdiction Over Child Support Cases Even If The Children Are Living Abroad
Child support and child custody are two important aspects that arise in divorce cases where children are involved. Child support refers to the monetary support that parents are required to pay to support the child after a separation or divorce. [...]
Yes, You Can Change The Amount Of Your Child Support Payments
Fathers and mothers in a child support case can agree, or stipulate, to a certain amount of child support payments, or they can have the court determine the amount of child support payments each party should contribute.
Once an agreement or stipulation has been made between [...]
Child custody can be a difficult situation when one parent moves away from the other parent.
First, there are two types of child custody under California’s Family Code. “Legal custody” refers to the right and responsibility to make decisions relating to health, education, and welfare of the child. “Physical custody” [...]
The Court Can Make An Order Forcing Your Ex-Spouse To Pay For Your Legal Fees
The trial court’s order for a husband to pay spousal support, child support, and his wife’s legal expenses in the case of In re the Marriage of Keech left the husband with only $93 per month for all his other necessary [...]
An Attorney May Represent Both Parties in a Divorce Case
An attorney is allowed to represent both a husband and a wife in a marriage divorce proceeding under certain circumstances. Each spouse needs to consent to a dual representation after being fully informed and understand the effects this situation can create. An attorney who attempts to [...]
A judge has the discretion to order additional spousal and child support based on a spouse’s income or future bonuses. In a divorce, the amount of support depends on the incomes of each spouse. This is determined when both spouses file their income and expense declaration showing each persons wages, debts, monthly expenses, and [...]
After a judge hears the evidence on a family law case involving a divorce or child custody, often times the judge also orders one side to pay support (child or spousal) to the other side. Support amount can vary depending on the incomes of each side, which is determined when both sides file their [...]