I recommend you contact Abbas Hadjian on this. He is in Los Angeles and has a lot of experience with issues such as this.

Many do. You need only google "QDRO attorneys" and you will find plenty.

Joint Legal Custody question.

Yes, that one sentence essentially gives mom 100% legal custody when it comes to health care decisions. She must consult with you about it but if...

Is a 401K a pension in a divorce case in California?

A 401K account is like a bank account. You do not need to join it. You do need to disclose it.

Does "time away" from children include their time at school?

This is not black and white. Judges interpret this kind of language differently. In my many years of experience school time does not count in this...

What are my legal options when it comes to my situation?

For what it is worth, you are not in a unique situation. In other words, you are not alone. I see the situation happening more and more in my...

Restraining order.

It sounds as if you have a criminal protective order. That is basically the same as a domestic violence restraining order, only it is issued by the...

Do I have to physically go to TEXAS to file a motion to transfer the case to CALIFORNIA?

If Texas is the state that issued the original custody order, and seems as if it is, and if the father still lives there, then the appropriate...

Can/Do civil courts usually order certified tax transcripts to verify filing status or do they request a copy of filed taxes?

Typically, the courts don't proactively seek out any documents; they leave the presentation of documents and evidence to the parties. The parties...

Can my last $36 be levied for child support? I now have no money and no food. Can I apply for emergency welfare now?

Generally speaking, the answer to your question is "yes," they can take the last $36 out of your bank account. There are limitations to how much of...