I filed a domestic violence case out for my ex and didn't follow up with it can i reopen this case after 4 yrs

I can't tell from your question whether your "ex" was your ex-husband or ex-boyfriend. If you divorced him, or you had a paternity judgment in...

When you file a case for a name change of your daughter, you need to provide notice to all interested people, which would include father, who would...

Should I use my maiden name or married name on my dissolution of marrige petition?

You should use your married name, but there is a checkbox, no. 7 (i) in the Petition where you can request that your former (i.e., maiden or prior...

How can i close child support case, never got a paternity test and the child is over 18

If you were served in the child support case and you defaulted, it would be likely that the court held that you were the child's father. If you...

What is the likelihood of a temporary oder being reversed when it has been in effect for a few months?

Temporary orders are just that - temporary orders pending the hearing at which both sides will present their evidence. Whether the Court will...

What are the laws in California for voice recording my ex?

It is a crime to record a communication intended to be confidential, and your wife's testimony that she wasn't aware you were recording could be...

My daughter's husband suddenly wanted to end the marriage and wants her to pay her premium and wants the rings back. Can he do t

Your daughter should not give her Wedding or Engagement rings or other rings given to her as gifts, to her husband. Her husband has the power...

Child custody, unwed mother?

You have obviously been your infant daughter's primary parent, so you would likely get primary (if not sole) custody of your daughter. You...

I am a Father of 2 girls 14 and 16 I have full sole and legal custody since 2002 I have lost my job and now get assistance, the

If you can borrow the money from family or friends, hire an experienced Family Law Attorney to represent you in the custody case. Since you...

What should I include in an ex parte proposed order?

It would be a good idea to bring (don't attach) a proposed order on Ex Parte Application to Court (with a few copies), to lodge with the clerk when...