The 2026 Child Support Attorney Sourcebook

Another year of regulatory changes and evolving case law means updated guidance is essential. The 2026 Child Support Attorney Sourcebook reflects these recent developments and other key legal shifts affecting California practice.

Available in physical copy and digital copy

How the digital edition works: Upon purchase, you’ll receive a PDF containing a secure link to access your digital copy of the Sourcebook through FlippingBook. Read on any device, search the full text instantly, and reference the guidance you need.

What’s new this year:

Four sections received substantial updates based on practitioner feedback:

• Establishment processes – reworked to address current default-judgment procedures
• Tax return guidance – expanded with additional practical applications
• Arrears handling – reorganized to reflect recent legal changes
• Sovereign citizen cases – new 10-page section addressing this growing issue

Practical application:

Attorneys, commissioners, family law facilitators, and legal staff across nearly 20 California counties contributed to this edition. The focus remains on real-world application, whether you’re handling case preparation, conducting research, or training staff.

The Sourcebook covers 18 key areas of child support law with the practical guidance needed for daily practice. From complex modification hearings to routine calculations, it provides the current legal framework you need.

Stay current:

California’s child support requirements continue to evolve. This edition ensures you’re working with the most up-to-date legal standards and procedural guidance.