Can I hire an attorney on an hourly basis to assist with mediation and settlement allocation for a minor in a civil lawsuit?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
Check AVVOs find-a-lawyer tab or just do a internet search for attorney to “represent a minor child for settlement in wrongful death case
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Is my spouse still legally responsible for paying our car?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
…adding that the lender first has the car repossessed and go after the debtor when they receive less than what is owed at auction.
Which state should I file for divorce: California or Nevada?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
California is the only state that has jurisdiction over custody and support issues so assuming you’ve been here for 6 months file in CA
Will a commissioner that was previously non-stipulated by the other party on a separate issue be able to hear another issue?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
If CSSD is enforcing child support, it would be assigned to a special county system for CSSD and all judicial officers are commissioners. If so,...
Can a family court order a higher-earning spouse to relinquish their share of property in exchange for credit towards alimony?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
Assuming you mean that B “receives” less support, not exactly. B can be ordered to pay what are called Watts Charges for occupancy of family...
Post release community supervision?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
The RO won’t be terminated but expires on a certain date (3-5 years) but you can still file a Request for Order for visitation and custody once you...
What happens if both parents don’t come to parental mediation?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
The court will assign a new mediation date and won’t go forward with a custody request until you both attend. It’s mandatory
How does a grandparent get visitation their grandchildren during a divorce
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Answered on July 25, 2025
You have to join in their divorce case and request that the court order visitation - the main requirement being an established bond with them which...
What happens to our children’s custody if my husband hit me and plead nolo for his misdemeanor court case?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
You have to file a Request for Order to modify custody because the misdemeanor plea creates a presumption against custody but not visitation.
Hi, how can I remove the 2nd legal father to my youngest son?
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Answered on July 25, 2025
The only possible approach would be abandonment for the ex but that only applies if he hasn’t had contact nor provided support for at least one year.
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