Does the biological father need to give consent in changing the child's last name to her mother's new maiden name?

This is a legal custody issue. Are you saying there is no legal custody order? Name changes typically require consent of both parents under legal...

Are my retirement accounts from my previous husband my sole and separate property?

The retirement interest was earned during your marriage to the first husband and has nothing to do with this second marriage. If you contributed...

What will be my step of action when my husband suddenly moved out leaving me,my 8 mnths when i cant afford to hire a lawyer?

Most courthouses have a facilitator who will obtain a fee waiver and help you to file for support and divorce. You could also look for a pro bono...

Did you file a RFO for child support? Did you file a FL 150? Did you comply with local rules? These are all possible reasons. t

Do I HAVE to file a restraining order or is there a less harsh order that still provides protection and allows him to see them

I have seen CPS remove children from parents if they do not get a TRO. I do not know the underlying facts but you should ask your social worker if...

Why would I have to produce documents for a demand of production for documents in child support case?

You can always do discovery that is reasonably calculated to lead to admissible evidence. Is he asking for bank statements or pay-stubs? He wants...

Divorce with Agreement through Default - backlog of 7 months!? Will filing response be quicker?

This is true for many courts. If you are really in a hurry, serve disclosure and file to bifurcate. Filing a Response would still give you an...

Can I be granted full custody? Can I get child support from her?

Most likely you would both have custody rights. There are many factors in custody cases including the preference of a child if the child is of age...

How do I find out if a restraining order has been filed against me in California specifically Contra Costa County?

These cases are a matter of public record. Go to the site; go to records. Or wait to be served. Were you given ex parte notice? t

What do I need to do in order to claim full custody over my daughter?

You could file a parentage case - however, due process applies. You do not simply get what you want, unless the other side is not interested or...