I’m 27 and would like to change my last name to my step dad , I currently have my mother’s maiden name?

You file a Petition for a Name change. It is pretty easy.

Can this be child endangerment?

This is a difficult question to answer. I am a lawyer, and an avid rider. I would NEVER put a 7 month old on a horse. I cringe when I see 2 year...

What happens at a guardianship mediation , If neither parties can come to an agreement and the petition is for termination gs?

File a petition to terminate the Guardianship. The children will have great input in terms of living with you.

Now that he is asking for visitation, his compliance with the D.V.orders is relevant. If he was ordered to attend anger management in the D.V....

Any person over the age of 18 (except for you) can serve your spouse. Your spouse is served. HOWEVER, I always worry when a close relative is...

My ex-husband doesn't want o give my son back and tell me the address where he has him ?

You can register the Honduras child custody orders here, in Los Angeles. You can then file an Request for Order for Custody, and request that the...

Three questions on FAM-014 — thanks in advance for your help!

1. They are asking about the date the PETITION was filed. 2. YES. You file the form with the court, and complete the proof of service on the...

WWhat can I do about my sons paternal grandmother harassing me for visitation?

If there are no court orders, you do not have to have any contact with the Paternal Grandmother.

Which forms do I need when filing for a divorce after having been legally separated?

If you entered a Judgment on the separation, then you must file an entirely new case. If you never filed a Judgment on the separation case, you...

Yes, the automatic 30 day stay applies. You could have asked the court to lift it, or asked Father to stipulate to waive it, but it does not sound...