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What can be filed against mother who has supervised visitations is late and called father a derogatory term in front of child?

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

I agree with the other attorney. Did she make the derogatory statements in the presence of the monitor? If you decide to go to court, you should...

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How to respond to a request for order w/ temporary court order marked but not signed by a judge. we have joint custody .

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

I don't really understand your question. If he filed a Request for Order, you have to respond no later than 9 Court days from the day of the hearing.

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How to start divorce in calif

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

You would need to file a Summons and Petition with your local court. I would, however, recommend that you consult with a family law lawyer...

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My childs birth certificate states me as her mother and under fathers name decline to state. Do I still need to go to court?

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

What do you mean when you say "without legal help?" Are you referring to financial help? If so, you can seek a child support order, depending...

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If I am a breastfeeding single mother of a one year old, can that play a role in custody arrangement?

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

Yes, it will be one of the factors that the Court considers, however, it is not going to be the only factor that the Court considers. Further, I...

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How must I respond to a deposition subpoena from my wife's ex's lawyer? She filed for a move-away and he wants to depose me.

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

In family law, there is no such spousal privilege. If you were served with a Notice for your deposition, you must make yourself available. If you...

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How long after you serve your spouse with divorce papers do you have to file a dismissal?

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

You can file a Request to dismiss the case immediately. I would recommend that you do nothing for a few months or so to see whether the...

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Can I request permanent restraining order against my daughter boyfriend?

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

Sex with a minor under the age of 18 is illegal in the State of California. I recommend that you consult with a criminal attorney as soon as...

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What is the best possible outcome?

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

This is a criminal question, not family law. Nonetheless, I recommend that your ex-boyfriend consult with a criminal attorney immediately. ...

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If i have a family law case but the other partyis not complying with the order given.

Latanya's answer | Answered on July 15, 2014

Civil Case? I am not sure what type of civil case you want to file against the other party for failure to comply with a family law order. There...

Latanya Sewell's Answers (451)

What can be filed against mother who has supervised visitations is late and called father a derogatory term in front of child?

How to respond to a request for order w/ temporary court order marked but not signed by a judge. we have joint custody .

How to start divorce in calif

My childs birth certificate states me as her mother and under fathers name decline to state. Do I still need to go to court?

If I am a breastfeeding single mother of a one year old, can that play a role in custody arrangement?

How must I respond to a deposition subpoena from my wife's ex's lawyer? She filed for a move-away and he wants to depose me.

How long after you serve your spouse with divorce papers do you have to file a dismissal?

Can I request permanent restraining order against my daughter boyfriend?

What is the best possible outcome?

If i have a family law case but the other partyis not complying with the order given.