Do I have to notify the petitioner if I the respondent file the findings order after hearing when he didnt show up for court ?

The relevant California Rule of Court does not require that you send the Findings and Order After Hearing to him to approve since he did not file a...

It depends on the amendment. If it is substantive, you might have to bring a motion. but no, you will not have to pay another first appearance fee.

Where to file family law in ca

It depends on where your ex lives. If she still lives in SB County, then the divorce will stay there. If she moved, you can ask the court to...

Contempt question.

He can only be incarcerated if he is found guilty of contempt of court. If he is unemployed, it is probably understandable that he is not paying.

I would need more information, but in general, what that means is the following: When you have a minor child, the court always retains...

Can I have my sons mother put in jail for not working even though she is fully capable of working?

No. You cannot have her thrown in jail for not working. If she is behind in child support, you can ask a court to hold her in contempt, but that...

I am going through a divorce and have a two year old son. I pay half of the costs for a private nanny per the Order.

This does not constitute grounds for an ex parte application. Ex Parte Applications regarding custody are governed by Family Code Section 3064...

How do I file for a default?

You need several forms. 1. Proof of Service of Summons; 2. Request for Entry of Default (Family Law). 3. Declaration of Default or Uncontested...

My incarcerated husband filed for legal separation and I recieved petition but I want dissolution of marriage How do I respond?

If you respond by requesting Dissolution of Marriage, then legal separation is no longer an option. You can only get legally separated if both...

Refusal of response for request of evidence - custody case - family law question

This is where really good trial preparation comes in handy. If you are representing yourself, then that is probably a mistake. When you go to...