Can I move up north while father is incarcerated?

Get the consent from the judge it should be easy.

Do not object, if the mediator reports to the judge you withdrawing consent will look bad.

Do I need to provide notice prior to lodging an Order Shortening Time (OST) for court approval?

Generally the Ex Parte is for an emergency and that is why you are seeking and OST.

I'm trying to appeal the case my parents filed against me for guardianship of my children. How do I do this?

The question is how long has it been? What court were you in? If dependency court see if you can reopen it. Appeals are costly and rarely win.

Possible to change lawyer mid-case?

It is possible, but your old attorney may have a lien for his services and a new attorney may not want to take your case.

You are liable, but that is what insurance is for.

See, when I grow up I want to be like Mike.

Is there a recovery fund of any sort for homeowners who suffer damages as a result of "judgement proof" unlicensed contractors?

Next time have your clients purchase a performance bond or policy of insurance.

I live in California and joined a multi member Colorado LLC investing 20K. We do not yet have an operating agreement.

Many, that is why you asked for advice and then chose not to follow it!

Federal Civil lawsuit Defendant's counsel created the confidentiality agreement and changed the Material terms.

Order a transcript of the agreement on the record.