Communication obligations as well as Child support?

As the custodial parent, you have a right to child support; I don't know why you think the act of requesting it would make you look bad. As far as...

Will the court rule in favor of petitioner's motion if respondent doesn't file opposition to the motion ?

If the moving party has factual grounds for the request and legal authority to make it.

It depends on the facts of the individual case, but orders are often made retroactive to the date of filing.

...unless the deadline was established as a court order in response to opposing counsel’s bringing of a motion or alerting the court that you have...

You would counter-argue by submitting persuasive Points and Authorities.

I served my ex the divorce forms instead of having someone else mail them out ?

You don’t have to resubmit but you do have to serve the forms along with a blank FL-120 (Response) and FL-105 property - either by have him...

The only form that requires a copy of the form and an addressed envelope is the FL-165 “Request to Enter Default” which has a provision in 3(a) for...

Does my custody agreement change or expire without court alterations?

Any custody agreement filed with the court as an order is enforceable until modified through the court. However, if you’ve made side agreements...

Do I need to file a competing petition?

You need to object to the Petition because if she didn’t have a will, her daughter is her sole heir - not her mother.

How can I cancel a legal separation in Ventura County California if I reconciled with my husband?

If it’s gone to Judgment, you can’t. You could however enter into an agreement that would reverse any division of community property or just leave...