Separation Date in Divorce

The date of separation is the date that one of you irretrievably determined that the marriage was over. This subjective mindset is evidenced with...

What legal action do I need to take if spouse attorney doesn't response for FL-145 Form Interrogatories for more than 75 days.

First you need to make certain that you properly served the Form Interrogatories and that discovery had not been cut off. If you did properly...

Divorce

It will only potentially be a problem if the two of you do not wish to remain married but disagree on the date of separation. The date of...

On FL-180, where should the date of separation be entered?

Usually the date of separation is mentioned in a separate attachment to the Judgment form. You do not necessarily need to mention the separation...

Can I wait for mediation on custody & visitation for him to see the kids? No custody or visitation orders are in place.

Since you have no formal agreement, then it is up to you both to meet and confer about his time with the children. However, without any orders you...

Do I have to attend mediation without being able to have filed a response?

Yes, you should go, especially since you have notice from your presence at the hearing. If you do not show up, it can be used against you. If the...

Will children of my spouse, not of the marriage, be a factor considered when the judge divides our assets and debts at trial?

Children not of the marriage usually do not have any role in division of the community estate. However, family law is an equitable branch of law....

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Will the judge consider special circumstances and best interests in property/debt division at trial?

Unfortunately, there is no connection regarding your step-children and your dogs. As horrible as it seems to loving pet owners such as yourself,...

I changed my mind on property division. I said my husband can have the house. We filed in october, is it too late to change.

Did you sign a Judgment saying your husband could have the house? If so, then it is probably too late. You can be divorced without resolving all...

Would it be good to my divorce case to have my significant other testify about our back story to help the judge understand?

I am not certain about what you are trying to illicit, but since California is a no fault state, it would seem that this information would be...