Generally, a couple weeks. It depends on how busy the attorneys are. After you guys sign, the Court also has to review and sign it, which can...

The Court can take into consideration the wishes of a child who is of sufficient age and maturity. Family Code 3042(a), That means that the 13...

Generally no if you both do not consent. Under California law, a grandparent can ask the court for reasonable visitation with a grandchild. To...

This sounds like a civil lawsuit. Some courts are pretty strict on it, some courts are not. In my experience, I would abide by the California...

I think you need to file an ex parte for full custody, which may or may not be granted based on the DCFS allegations; it will definitely be set for...

It is a problem if DCFS is involved. They would have to show that your drug use is affecting your parenting ability. If the kid's home is fine...

So long as you are working full-time the answer is generally no. Family Code 4057..5a(1) states, "The income of the obligor parent’s subsequent...

I think it depends on what you are asking for. You want to make sure that the attorney knows about the notices of consumer, knows about what to...

You can bring it up in trial and ask that the Court order that the other party reimburse you. You can also send a threatening letter to the other...

Can my wife who hasn't worked a single day since we got married keep all of our assets?

No. Usually, the court will split all the accounts at the date of separation, and everthing before marriage and after the date of separation is...