Why am I in probate court for temporary guardianship of my son and was ordered to do a hair follicle test

Guardianships are filed in Probate. However, you could have filed a case in Family Law for Custody. Not sure why you did not do this. If the...

Can the father in which who is custodial parent of child deny non custodial mother to participate in child events?

So long as she abides by restraining order (stays 100 yards away or whatever the order is) it seems your wife should be able to attend. She will...

Can I set aside judgment defaulted by declaration in a custody case?

You can argue excusable neglect, and attempt to set aside the Default Judgment. You may or may not be successful. You should also argue, along...

How Do I prove my mother abandoned my brother. She keeps lying saying she left him with his dad. He has been with me for 2yrs?

If you are an adult, you can go to probate court (used to have one in Long Beach, but recently because courts are broke, everything has been...

Hi, in CA, in a child custody case, can I ask for legal fees?

You can file a motion in family law court for attorney fees, based on need, or F.C. section 271 for bad conduct on his part.

This is a family law matter, not an unlawful detainer action.

Can my ex wife get full custody of my kids if I was arrested for public intoxication with my kids?

Tough to say. It is not a good situation. If you were arrested, it should show in a criminal check.

Can I obtain a restraining order against a minor in California?

You can file a Civil Harassment Restraining order against him. You probably cannot include your daughter, but try. Best of luck to you in this...

Back Child Support

Child support can only be modified by a court order. So, if you signed a document, waiving child support, which was then filed with the Court,...

Best interest of the child - that catchphrase has got to be the biggest misconseption ever stated when it comes to child custody

Sorry to hear how badly your case went. It pains me to read this, but I am sure it pains you far greater. Don't give up. Keep in touch with the...