Wonder is there a way to be appointed a lawyer? I can't afford one and there are long waits for free legal aid on income base.

You won't be appointed a lawyer in a family law case. However, there are probably lawyers in or around Yuma that take low-income clients for a...

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One option is requesting to appear by telephone. You would still have to speak for yourself, but it might make it easier not being in the same room...

It does sounds like your child is missing a substantial amount of school. To file for emergency orders in Arizona, you must show that "irreparable...

I got a notice that my ex filed for an RMC. Does this mean trial? Also do I need to respond?? Its a child custody case.

The paperwork you were served with probably gives you most of those answers. Each case is unique, and it's hard to give you advice without knowing...

Should I take action against the result of a child support case?

Did you submit your financial information with the court, or provide it to the other party? You may be entitled to a modification, or in rare cases...

I filed for a divorce and later noticed after he was served that I did not request for pension and 401k in my court paperwork

How long has it been since you filed? Has the divorce been finalized already? If not, you may be able to amend the pleadings. Hard to give you...

Are there custody orders in place in Arizona? Did he file for temporary custody in Arizona or California? What does the current parenting plan say...

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You may or may not be able to call witnesses. The court sets many kinds of hearings, and it usually specifies on the Order to Appear whether or not...

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Can Medical Marijuana use be considered as bad parenting if only used as laws state and have medical clearance card proof?

I agree with the other attorney, the court may consider the marijuana use as part of the custody determination, but I don't think it is de facto...

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If only a child support order exists no custody has previously been filed. Can I file for legal decision making in my county?

What county was the child support order? You'll probably have to file it there, at least initially. You can then request a transfer to another...