Contempt

Attorney representation in family law is very fleeting and temporary. Just because an attorney appeared before does not mean s/he is still...

Can a civil family law contempt action be dismissed pursuant to a criminal code?

You can and should, if time remains to do so, seek a reconsideration or new trial on the matter. Point out the requirements of the code for the...

Can a judge change custody (and award full custody to one parent) based solely on a child's preference?

It has an impact. But the child will need to articulate why he prefers one over the other. And judges can see through Disneyland affections. Your...

What issues do I address to constitute a radical change in custody and how do i protect my son from further alienating behavior

All of what you set out is relevant. You should get help though if dad is getting hostile. An attorney can run interference for you so you are not...

What can I do to protect myself? If she files divorce will that prolong our court date?

What court? You need to push a divorce action forward to protect yourself. Her medical debt can be considered a debt of the marriage, and therefore...

What happens to a pending motion when case is transferred to another county?

It should pick up with the motion being heard. No need to file new. But you are the one that needs to educate the court to look at the unresolved...

You need to move for a modification of the order to eliminate the contradictions.

Do I have to amend FL100, FL311, and FL100? We worry it will reset the whole process and be really time consuming.

It doesn't start all over, but yes, you do need to amend. A default only grants what you have already submitted to the court. So you cannot default...

How do I have family court order this and any future attorneys of other party to refrain from harassing me in private meetings?

You can alert the court if you wish. You can write a letter to the attorney to not make those accusations if you like. But there is nothing to stop...

What forms exactly do I need to file for modification of visitation to increase my time with my child in probate guardianship?

Do you have visitation now? Why is there a guardianship? Did you agree or was it forced on you? These facts make a difference. You may need to...