What is spousal support?
Spousal support is a court ordered payment from one spouse or domestic partner to help cover the other’s monthly expenses.
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How do the courts determine child support?
Child support in California is based on a mandatory uniform guideline, which uses an algebraic formula to determine the amount of child support.
What happens if the Respondent doesn’t file a response on our parentage case?
If the Respondent fails to file the necessary responding paperwork within thirty (30) days of service, the Petitioner may request the entry of default.
What can I petition the family court for?
In a divorce or legal separation case, you can ask the judge for orders that may include child custody, visitation, child support, spousal/partner support, the division of assets and debts, and restraining orders.
What is a residency requirement?
To get a divorce in California, at least one of the spouses has to have been a resident of the state for at least six months before filing the divorce petition. You must also live in the county where you file the divorce petition for at least three months before filing. www.caparalegalservices.com
How does the court determine a custody order?
The legal standard that the court uses to determine what type of custody orders to make in your case is the best interests of the child. This is a flexible standard that allows each family’s and each child’s needs to be considered.
What is a dissolution?
A divorce in legal terms is called a Dissolution of Marriage. The Dissolution ends all legal bonds.