If we've moved to a new county do I have to wait 3 months to file for divorce?

Filing for dissolution of marriage in California requires that one of the parties meets certain residency requirements. Specifically he or she must...

How can I change my twin sons' last names to my last name?

In a paternity case, the parties can also request a name change for the child, or an amendment to the birth certificate to reflect the true...

Can having an unstable marriage lower your chances of getting grant sole physical and legal custody of your child?

Based upon my experience answering questions like this in my office, I have found that my client never likes my answer to the first part of your...

Daycare noticed bruising on child, contacted police, police are now investigating. What happens now? Are lawyers recommended?

I agree with the answer previously given, but want to add that the Department of Child Protective Services is a nightmare. If you do some...

Can I ask for both child's best interest or determination of custody? or will the court only grant one of these requests?

Montenegro says that the requirement to show a change of circumstances for a modification of child custody/visitation is necessary whenever final...

I respectfully disagree with the answer you were previously given. It is true that full disclosure of all assets (both community and separate) is...

Can I my Aunt still file for child support even if my cousin is over 18 yrs old?

No. You can only collect child support until a child is 18 years old and graduated from high school or 19 years old, whichever first occurs. ...

Can somebody outside US demand for child support because her husband abandoned her and their 2 kids to be with his mistress?

Yes, but the action should be filed in Arizona. The response given is not intended to create, nor does it create an ongoing duty to respond to...

Basically if the status quo is the father with his kids during marriage,

Courts like to maintain the status quo. If you allow the status quo to change and then you want to reverse it, you are possibly setting the case...

Unless and until a Judge orders someone to leave the house, you have no obligation to leave. As uncomfortable as it may be, many people are living...