Can I modify the holiday schedule?

I agree with Attorney Matta's advice. I would only add, you may want to consider mediation. If you and your ex are able to come to an agreement...

I have 5 children ages 3 - 8. We own are own home. Can my husband take the kids away if he divorces me?

The standard for child custody is the "best interests of the children." The court looks at many factors in making this determination, such as who...

It's establish the x will get CS and alimony. Is she entitled to 30-35% pretax on bonuses for alimony? Can I negotiate down? 20?

Alimony is guided by the new Alimony Reform Act, which went into effect in 2012. For general term alimony, the Alimony Reform Act recommends that...

How long do the divorce proceedings take?

The cost of a divorce can depend on many factors. First, there are two types of divorce: contested divorce and uncontested divorce. Uncontested...

The Probate and Family Court does, as you allude, have broad equity powers, including powers with respect to child custody and visitation. Case...

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Can I delay a modification case for a child custody order?

If you are aware of a pending action, but have not been served, you should go to the court and review the case file to see what has been filed,...

I was married for 29 yrs. After divorce was receiving alimony. Now my ex husband is depressed and getting 60% short term dissabi

There are many factors that go into determining an alimony modification/termination. One of the most important factors is whether your Separation...

Yes or No, and explain? Is this marriage fraud?

If you are asking whether this is fraud in the eyes of Family Law, and hence grounds for an annulment, it is highly unlikely. Annulments are very...

In situations where parents share custody equally, or almost equally, and also reside in different school districts, it is not uncommon for the...

Husband filed for a divorced in California San Diego because he works for the navy i responded and agreed to joint custody

You should speak with a knowledgeable Family Law attorney as soon as possible. It sounds as if you may have submitted to the jurisdiction of...