How does custody work?

That used to be true, but not any more. Under Nevada law, parents have joint legal and joint physical custody until a court determines otherwise....

Can I be served custody papers in California when I live in Nevada

Have I missed something? It sounds like the complaint was served upon her cousin at her prior residence. If she no longer lives there, this is...

Can my wife move out of our home and take the kids?

I agree with Ms. Whitbeck, but I quibble a little with the thought that she has a "right" to take the kids without your consent. You both share...

Is there a time limit for a divorce decree to be filed after it has been signed by both parties??

Ms. Whitbeck is right. We often get decrees filed within a week or so of the agreement, but sometimes it takes a lot longer, typically when one...

In a third party custody action, is an award of joint possible or is it strictly either the third party gets custody or not?

You may be able to get visitation with the child, possibly equating to joint physical custody, but unless you are an adoptive step-parent, your...

How can I go about getting my and my children's belongings from my ex gf

I think the best option would be to file a complaint in small claims court (for claims $0-$10,000) for the value of what you left behind. The legal...

What happens when 1 party keeps cancelling mediation meetings?

Sounds like you're probably out of luck. If you're that far into the litigation, you should have been actively seeking discovery from him, and if...

Ms. Roberts is right. The judge is not there so no court hearings are going forward.

I paid for my sister's cremation when she died in May 2015. Can I be reimbursed?

This is a probate question, not a real estate question, so I've reset it there. Good luck!

Can i sue my husband for desertion?

Mr. Leavitt is spot on here. At 5 years of marriage and his income is only $4,600/month, I doubt you will see much in alimony. It's a relatively...