A child support order is issued in California when a person, typically a biological parent, is found to be financially responsible for a child. There are state guidelines for how to request support, how much support is ordered, and how to terminate child support in California. Whether you have been requested to pay child support …
The topic of child support is shrouded in many assumptions that can lead to confusion for parents. What does child support cover in California? Who is required to pay for it? What responsibilities does each parent carry? If you are struggling to find the answers to your child support questions, you are not alone. What …
Child support proceedings can be extremely stressful, and many parents in California who may be paying or receiving child support in the near future want to know what to expect. Although California does have guidelines in place for calculating child support, these calculations are based on individual circumstances and court determinations, so the exact payment …