In divorce and just found out my ex is going to get a court order to force me to short sell the house i live in. what can I d?

If the house is not in foreclosure, and your husband is asking for an order prior to Trial, most likely, his request to shortsale the residence...

It does take a court order to change a child's name. You can file a Motion in the divorce case, requesting the name change. Once the order is...

Can a 16 year old stay in CA with roommate if mother needs to move to nevada for employment.

Interesting question. The roommate could be considered a fulltime babysitter/supervisor. I do not believe you would want a "Guardianship" as the...

Can cps take child based on heresay and no investigation

Missing a Court date is NEVER an option. When you miss a court date, you are throwing away your rights. You are also sending a message to the...

What can I do to protect my sons safety against his father at our custody hearing?

I'm very sorry for your loss. Without evidence, and with only suspicion that he killed your dog, you will not be able to do much with this...

My sons deceased fathers mother had an exparte hearing for gaurdianship and was awarded temporary custdo. theres no temp order

If you were "gone" for a few months, you will have to address this issue. The grandparents had physical custody of your child, that is why they...

Can I get minor's counsel on my own or do I have first, ask the Judge to approve/appoint Minor's Counsel?

Minor's Counsel must be appointed by the Court. I have seen parents attempt to hire private counsel for children, but I have never seen a Judge...

What is the cut off to Discovery? This is Spousal Support Arrears in the amount of $33,000

You should send a letter demanding compliance, and give a certain you must have the documents. If no documents, you will file a Motion to...

CPS paid us a visit today because someone maliciously filed a false report of child abuse and alledged drug abuse and drunkennes

The call is anonymous. You do not have a legal right to know who called. You can request the call logs by way of supboena, and can usually tell,...

My 14 year old son is a freshman in highschool and would like more say in his custody agreement

Your son is old enough to have some input. File and order to show cause, and ask that your son be allowed to speak to the judge, or request that...