The 2024 California Child Support Laws introduce key changes, including updated guidelines, a revised formula, proportionate distribution of add-ons, and an expanded income definition, promoting fairness and equitable support.
Domestic violence casts a dark shadow over families, leaving a trail of pain, fear, and uncertainty. We understand that arriving at this page might mean you’re facing a difficult and frightening situation. At Maples Family Law in Stockton, we believe that no one should endure abuse, and we are committed to providing a safe haven…
Some of the most common concerns for divorcing parents revolve around child support—specifically who will be required to pay, and how much. Unfortunately, since child support isn’t standardized, those questions don’t have easy answers. Instead, California child support payments are determined using an equation that factors each parent’s finances against the amount of time they…
Parents have a legal responsibility to provide for their children, and these duties do not cease to exist just because your marriage dissolves. For couples with children, one of the most critical aspects of a divorce proceeding, is establishing an order of custody and financial support for that child. By putting the specifics of these…
Divorce is complicated. Splitting a life into two parts is daunting enough all on its own, but—just like everything else in life—with children involved, things gets trickier. Between custody, and visitation schedules, there’s a lot to figure out when it comes to kids, and child support certainly isn’t cheap. If you’re a parent contemplating divorce, and you’re…
If you’re a parent going through divorce, you want what’s best for your kids. You want to take care of them – emotionally and financially – but how much is child support in California? Here’s what you need to know. How Much is Child Support in California? In California, the law requires both parents to…
If you’re thinking about divorce, what to do first is probably one of your main concerns. Should you move out? Take yourself off your spouse’s checking and savings accounts? Call an attorney? Here’s what you need to know. Divorce: What to Do First Divorce is a major life change, and for most people, that means…
If you’re a parent who pays child support because your kids live with their other parent, or if you’re contemplating divorce and you’re fairly sure that your kids won’t live with you most of the time, you’re not alone in wondering when child support ends in California. Here’s what you need to know. When Does…
If you’re like many people, you’ve heard the term parentage by estoppel – but what does it mean in California, and how does it affect your child custody case? What is Parentage by Estoppel in California? Paternity is often assumed in California. That means the courts assume that the person involved in the child’s life…
If you’re like many people who are splitting up in Stockton, you’re wondering, Is child support mandatory in divorce? The main thing to understand is that the state of California says both parents must contribute to their kids’ support. They must also contribute to their well-being. When it comes to child support, here’s how it…
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