Fault Based Divorce

California is a "no Fault" state. This means that either party (husband or wife) may request for a divorce without explaining the grounds for such...

My husband filed for divorce in 2010 and I did not respond within the 30 day time frame. I happen to pull up the case summary

We need more facts in order to be able to answer your questions. You had 30 days to respond to your husband's petition for divorce. However, since...

I agree with most answers that the other members have provided. However, the best way of resolving the situation is for you to improve your...

If new authorities or case law are found after a decision is made after hearing, can I make judge make new findings?

you may file a motion for "reconsideration." The motion has to be made 10 days after receiving the notice of entry of judgment/order. However, the...

In California family law, can I appeal the judge's decision when he denied a Request for Order? What forms do I need for that?

You may appeal the decision of the trial court if there was a final order regarding custody. However, one thing you have to be aware of is that...

Who is Who in family Law, California?

Petitioner is the person who opens the case by filing the proper paper work. The Respondent is a party that responds to the Petition that was...

In a family law cast, how do I ...

Family Law cases are civil cases so you cannot refuse to give testimony unless such testimony will result in incrimination in a criminal case....

Do I need a family law attorney?

In my opinion, the best route is to contact the Department of Child Support Services. They have attorneys who work for the county (It is much more...

Re. a Family Law: what is the major difference of an OSC and Contempt of Court with an OSC?

Yes there is a huge difference. Contempt is a criminal case that needs to be proved beyond reasonable doubt. Contempts are usually not that...

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Reissusnce or continuance, family law

I think the cheapest and easiest method of dealing with continuances is to appear before the judge and during the hearing the parties may ask the...