Can a spouse apply for legal separation in California if both spouses live and reside in another state?

I agree with the first attorney - it doesn't sound like California has jurisdiction over the divorce case. You can file for divorce (or legal...

Where can I find a lawyer that deals with Child Custody and has dual bar in California and Arizona 25 miles of Long Beach

You may want to consider doing a Google search for "family law attorney licensed California Arizona" and examine the results. That's what I would do.

How do I stop a court ordered 3year restraining order on my partner the defendant?

First, seriously consider whether you want to dismiss/cancel the 3-year restraining order. The Judge went out of his/her way to read the pleadings...

My Kids dad is using child support court to harass me when he’s not allowed around us

If he files an RFO and you respond by filing/serving a Responsive Declaration to Request for Order (FL-320) then even if he wants to cancel his...

Do I have to comply with DPSS? Can I move to another state to avoid them harassing me about my children?

Do you "have to comply with DPSS"? You don't have to do anything you don't want to, however when dealing with your children I would think you...

If I have a 5 year restraining order on me , but there is no evidence of anything, just hear say. And have photos and cards to p

I am going to guess that you failed to appear at the DVRO trial and now regret it. I've never had to or opposed an opposing party's request to...

I have an 8 year old daughter she lives in Missouri and I live in California mother will not let me see her what can I do .

It sounds like you don't have a custody/visitation order. If that's the case, then yes, you'll have to file in Missouri. Research local family...

Procedurally, it will be easiest if you file an RFO in the home court/county. If you want to try to change the county in which the case will be...

Is it possible to sign my parental rights over to my mother and step father , my children are in foster care ?

You should really consult with a dependency court attorney in order to consider your legal rights and options.

Joint custody - currently in effect. 50/50 visitation but 16 year old wants more time with one parent

Your 16-year-old is at that age when courts will defer to her wishes so long as her wishes are reasonable. You should consider going back to court...