Topics in Family Law

What Happens to Unpaid Child Support in California?

When a parent misses court-ordered child support payments, the unpaid amounts do not disappear merely because income, custody, or household circumstances later change. The existing[…]

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Which State Can Decide an Interstate Child Custody Dispute?

When parents and children live in different states, filing first in California does not necessarily give a California court authority to decide custody. Interstate custody[…]

Can a Former Spouse Receive a Pension Share Before the Employee Retires?

A defined-benefit pension may become mature when the employee spouse has an unconditional right to retire and begin receiving benefits. If the employee continues working[…]

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How Expert Reports Are Used in California Family Court

Some California family law disputes require specialized knowledge beyond ordinary testimony. Business appraisers, accountants, actuaries, vocational evaluators, real estate appraisers, and digital-forensics professionals may help[…]

Can a Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in California?

A child’s custody preference can matter in a California family law case, but a child does not have an unrestricted right to decide where they[…]

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