The Rules About Serving and Filing Responses to Requests for Orders in Family Law Courts can be Confusing. Here is a Primer on What to Do and When to Do It.
The questions I was asked: My ex hired a lawyer and their lawyer served me with a request to modify custody by mail at the wrong address, but I was notified and received the papers. Do I have to serve a copy of my response to the request before I file it? Who do I… Read More »
Small Business Owners Must Justify Their Business Deductions To Claim Reduction of Income Available for Child Support
In 2020 the California Appellate court held that a trial court erred by allowing depreciation deductions taken on equipment and other assets used in self-employed husband’s businesses (as listed on his income tax returns) to reduce amount of income available for child support. The court stated the burden was not on the wife to show… Read More »
15 Vital Questions to Ask a Divorce and Family Lawyer Before You Hire One
15 Vital Questions to Ask a Divorce and Family Lawyer Before You Hire One Choosing the right representation for your family law or divorce matter is one of the most consequential decisions you will make. In Los Angeles County, the legal landscape is complex, and the outcome of your case often depends on the experience… Read More »
How is Child Support Determined and Ordered in Los Angeles, Orange County and other So Cal Family Courts?
In California, child support is determined using a mathematical formula codified in Family Code Section 4055. The most important factors are the respective incomes of the parents, and the amount of time the parents have the children in their physical custody. Guideline Support In California, the “guideline support amount” is the child support amount determined… Read More »
How to Obtain The Best Possible Outcome When You Have to Go to Court in Your Family Law Case
Four Steps to Improve Your Chances of Getting What You Desire In Family Law Hearings If You Are the Movant Submit Terrific Papers. Opposition Papers Should Be Filed As Early As Possible. Opposing Papers Should Attack the Weakness of The Movant’s Papers. Consider Telling Your Attorney You Don’t Want An Objection to The Evidence Pleading Filed…. Read More »