Do i need a family lawyer

Visitation and child support are unrelated. He will go to court over this. You should consult with an attorney to discuss your fears and safety...

When there is a modification to a child custody order, does the old order stay in effect at all?

The order that is modified and signed is the one that remains in force. If this party keeps bringing up old orders, I would review the language of...

My ex husband is threatening to take me to court because our 14 yr. old daughter uses a dancing pole at our home.

If he goes to court over this, say the above in detail in a declaration along with your responsive form. Please show in this declaration, what a...

If I choose to give up custody of a child, do I still have to pay child support?

Yes you need to pay child support irrespective of whether you see your child or not. Good luck.

My ex is not paying me the additional expenses that spend on children.

Was this agreement in writing? Did it become part of the court order? You can file this motion in the court where you filed the case originally. If...

HELLO, I NEED TO MODIFY MY CHILD SUPPORT AND I JUST NEED HELP ON FILING THE CASE

You would need to file a Request for an Order to Show Cause to modify child support. You also need to file a completed FL-150 along with a...

Ex husband in mexicali will not return two of my children.

I assume your children are US citizens? You need to file an ex-parte for an Order to Show Cause requesting for sole physical and legal custody of...

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I need separate and/or divorce advice. I believe my husband is mentally ill--bi-polar, borderline personality disorder, or other

Have you already filed for a divorce? Are you employed? You could allege breach of fiduciary duty, but more facts would be needed before giving you...

You only need to list the expenses which you are paying right now and check the actual expenses box on the FL-150. If you plan to move out soon and...

Do I include my husband's income on the Income & Expense Declaration since I am unemployed?

You only need to include your income, if any, on your income and expense declaration. Your husband will include his income on his own income and...