We have a house with no equity on the negative, how is that determine in a divorce? if one spouse wants to keep it?

Remember the community estate includes assets as well as debt. The real question is whether or not the house is community property. You may want...

In a family court hagues, i am representing my self

I suppose you could ask, but I doubt the judge will allow that. Furthermore, that won't get you anywhere in the case. Your best best to is hire...

Whats the procedure in filling out a subpoena

You can fill out the subpoena with assistance from the self help desk and hire a process server to have the subpoena served. I am family law...

Is the length of a marriage calculated on the separation date or the date of the final dissolution of marriage?

The length of marriage is from the date of marriage to the date of dissolution (divorce). As my colleagues have explained, spousal support is...

Am I entitled to spousal support?

The concerns that my colleagues have brought up are the same that I have. Depending on yur case, you may be entitled to spousal support. There...

I got served for a Restraining Order by having the order slipped under my door, does that nullify the serving?...

It is important that develop your defense to respond to the restraining order. It seems to me that you have a couple of options, but you need...

Can more alimony be granted along with back pay?

If there was a court order stating that you must pay alimony starting one year ago, then you may have to pay the back support. This however, is a a...

I'm in the middle of a divorce. Can I apply for a home loan, or do I have to wait for the divorce to finalize?

I tend to agree with Mr. Daymude. Without more information regarding your status in the divorce, it would not be fair to you to give you advice...

How many copies of exhibits are required in a family law case?

I tend to agree with Ms. Blair with regards to the number of copies you need to bring. That being said, representing yourself can lead to greater...

If your wife is unwilling to compromise, then you may have to take her to court to settle this. That being said, there may be an easier way around...