Q: My fiance and I are expecting a baby. His ex recently found out and is livid and suddenly wants to hit him for CS.
I live in California and my fiance and I are expecting a baby. His ex recently found out and suddenly wants to hit him for child support for their 11 year old. Does us expecting a baby effect how much he could end up paying? And what happens when we decide to have more kids? My two children that I brought from my previous relationship are his dependents as well. Will their financial needs be considered if she takes him to court for child support?
A: These facts require a thorough analysis with all of the variables. Once your children are born, he should request relief. He should seek as much relief as possible for the current request. Make sure his documents are completely filled out and filed in a timely manner. Timeshare of the 11 year old is critical, and the more time he has with the child will generally mean his child support obligation will be reduced. More facts are required to provide a thorough analysis. Consult with a local family lawyer because there is a lot of money to potentially lose if done incorrectly.
A: His finances are considered in any child support case, including all his current sources of income and his expenses in total. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
A: See my answer to your identical question. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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