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Yes, under California Family Code §3024, a parent who plans to relocate with a child must provide written notice to the other parent at least 45 days before the proposed move. The non-relocating parent can file a motion to modify the custody order. Courts evaluate relocation requests under the "best interests of the child" standard, considering factors like the child's ties to the community, the reasons for the move, and the impact on the existing visitation schedule.

If you die without a will (intestate) in California, your assets are distributed according to California Probate Code §§6400-6414. Community property passes entirely to your surviving spouse. Separate property distribution depends on whether you have children, parents, or siblings. If you're survived by a spouse and one child, your spouse receives all community property and half of your separate property.

California uses a statewide uniform guideline formula under Family Code §4055. The formula considers both parents' net disposable incomes, the percentage of time each parent has physical custody, and the number of children. Additional factors include tax filing status, mandatory payroll deductions, and costs of health insurance for the child. Courts can deviate from the guideline amount only under specific circumstances outlined in Family Code §4057.

Yes, you can contest a will in California under Probate Code §8200. Common grounds include lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, duress, or improper execution. A will contest must generally be filed within 120 days after the will is admitted to probate. Standing to contest is limited to interested parties — typically those who would inherit under a prior will or intestacy laws.