Restraining order?

Yes, the UCCJEA provides for emergency temporary jurisdiction.

Steps to adopt my wife's child in L.A.? Bio Dad will sign off. How involved is this? What steps? Expenses, which court? etc.?

See the following step by step guide and links for step parent adoption: http://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp-adoption.htm

Can I use the ruling and the court transcript as a evidence for my scheduled visitation?

No. However, you should be able to obtain a MINUTE ORDER from the Clerk's Office which should reflect the modification from the hearing.

Can a mother outsmart the child protector?

I have never heard of a "child protector" and wonder if you mean "evaluator or mediator". Nevertheless, assuming you me a child custody evaluator...

Wife files restraining order against third party, lists husband as additional protected party. Husband does not sign complaint.

It is difficult to understand the facts as provided but a protected party does not have to sign the DVRO Petition for it to be valid. Any...

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How can I remedy deposition misconduct by opposing counsel?

The court has the authority to appoint a Discovery Referee to curb abuse of the discovery process. Filing motions to compel compliance and seeking...

Do I need stipulation order ?

it is best to memorialize everything by written Stipulation and Order. Once you and your ex have signed that you can submit it to the court for the...

If i am answering a paternity and child custody summons, do I need to automatically attach financial statement?

You do not need to file an income and expense declaration (FL-150) automatically with you Response to a Petition unless demanded or in connection...

How difficult is it to change one's name after marriage in Los Angeles , CA following marriage? how much does it cost?

Please see the following link: http://www.courts.ca.gov/1051.htm

What motion should be filed in family court when court order is broken? How detailed should my declaration be?

Depending on the specific facts, a Contempt action may be effective. Also, filing a request to enforce the Order with a request for sanctions...