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FORMS NEEDED TO FILE FOR CHILD CUSTODY/SUPPORT OF MINOR CHILDREN FORM NUMBERFORM NAME FL-300 Request for Order FL-303 Declaration Regarding Notice and Service of Request for Temporary Emergency (Ex Parte) Orders FL-305 Temporary Emergency (Ex Parte) Orders FL-150 Income and Expense Declaration9 more rows
FORMS NEEDED TO FILE FOR CHILD CUSTODY/SUPPORT OF MINOR CHILDREN FORM NUMBERFORM NAME FL-300 Request for Order FL-303 Declaration Regarding Notice and Service of Request for Temporary Emergency (Ex Parte) Orders FL-305 Temporary Emergency (Ex Parte) Orders FL-150 Income and Expense Declaration9 more rows
Mothers historically have won more custody battles due to traditional roles and perceptions of mothers as the primary caregivers.
Generally, in most US states, including California, you don't need a lawyer to start a custody case. This is because you have the right of self-representation in court. You may agree if you and your ex-partner are willing to work out your differences. You can do this by going to a mediation service.
The process for requesting child custody and support Start your custody and support case. You file papers to start the case. Let other parent know. You must officially let the other parent know about the court case by have copies of the filed papers delivered to them (called serving court papers). Finish your case.