How long does a judge that is no longer sitting on the bench have to make a decision on a case?

There are motions your attorney can file to hold the judge's feet to the fire. Just remember, your fate is in his hands. If he decides not to enter...

Do you have 30 days from the time you are served to get an attorney?

There are many different reasons for an expedited hearing in a case. By statute several case types require quick hearings, ie: child protection...

Why are they wanting to take my taxes when the child support has been dropped?

If the other parent was ever on food stamps, tanf, wic etc.. or the child on mohealthnet (medicaid) then child support is due to the state for...

Can my 13 yr. old son decide not to visit me ?

There are 2 answers: No, legally he cannot. Yes, because you cannot handcuff the child to the vehicle to make him go. The real question is...

Can I prevent my ex from driving my 2 year old, 6 hours each way, every other weekend?

Yes, but to do so you would have to file a Modification of Judgment. A reasonable plan, assuming he rectified the sleeping arrangements, would be...

What steps would i need to take for my fiance to legally adopt my son?

You need to be married for six months before you file a step-parent adoption proceeding. Your attorney will file a request for information from the...

You would have to start an new adoption proceeding and prove the child's parents are unfit or have abandoned the child or a commence a 3rd party...

Is there a way to avoid the initial process of foster care in CA before children are placed with family members out of state?

You need to ask this question to an attorney who practices family custody in California.

?what do I need to file if mom doesn't respond to the sheriff's office to except a summons

If the other party refuses service then you can petition the court to allow you use publication as service. My suggestion is that you first file a...

You would have to start with an appeal to the Department of Social Services Child Support Enforcement and if you do not like the response you can...