Legal Question in Family Law in California
Motion to Modify Support....Relocating Out of State.......
I am currently paying $1300/--name removed--for spousal and child support, living in California and working at a job that pays--name removed--47k per year..I plan on relocating to the east coast, where--name removed--preganant fiance currently resides. Unfortunately, I don't expect to make nearly the same income when I move, primarily because I do not have a college degree, and am only making what I make now because of--name removed--seniority at--name removed--current employer.....Would I be forced to continue paying the 1300 per month, even when I may be making substantially less, and with a new wife and child? I am more than willing to continue paying the same PERCENTAGE of whatever income I am at, and for the airfares to get--name removed--children back and forth for their visits....
One small problem will be that I will need to move and obtain a job in Connecticut BEFORE I can file the motion to modify....No one will hire--name removed--there, if I reside in CA still....During the transition, I am willing to pay the 1300 until I can secure a job then file the motion to modify.....
Sorry This was so long.........
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Motion to Modify Support....Relocating Out of State.......
You may be required to pay the same amount of support because your move is voluntary, and you're leaving a lucrative job for a less lucrative job out of choice, not necessity. The addition of a new child may reduce your support, however. If you can't afford to talk to a lawyer about the specifics, it may make sense to call the Family Law Facilitator's office (213) 974-5004 or the Family Law Information Center (same phone number). Both groups help people file in pro per for things like child support modifications. I wouldn't expect much sympathy from a judge, however. It's not like you got laid off or transferred. Also, monitoring court proceedings from long distance is never easy. Good luck.
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