In what state can we get a divorce and how soon?

She can file in California for purposes of getting the "status" of divorced, provided that she meets the residency requirements specified above (6...

When calculating on alimony/support can my ex's lawyer enter false amounts for my wages? I am seeking employment diligently.

Opposing counsel is trying to impute income to you because you are unemployed or underemployed. You should speak to an attorney as this is a fact...

My ex lied on his child custody declaration. What can I do?

You can respond to the lies in either your responsive declaration, or reply declaration, as applicable. You can file declarations from witnesses...

If you have an attorney will judge still want to hear from you?

Your attorney will be speaking on your behalf. If the judge has a direct question, which your attorney cannot answer on your behalf, s/he will ask...

Absolutely, and it is frequently done. You can attach the text messages as an exhibit to your declaration, or use it in court to impeach his...

My abusive alcoholic ex is threatening to get my kids taken away from me.

You should consider going into Court prior to the expiration of the current restraining orders to have them reissued. Other than that, if he files...

The Court will not "rubber stamp" a mediator's recommendation, and such recommendations are not always admissible in Court. You should consider...

Does a family law judge have the right to NOT hear witness testimony in an evidentiary hearing? What law supports that?

Family Code section 217 dictates the procedure for purposes of having an evidentiary hearing I.e., having witnesses testify at the hearing. Must...