For a dissolution Trial to solve child custody and support issues, what kind of witnesses should I bring?

Why are you in a trial and just asking these questions now? There are multiple opportunities to resolve custody and visitation issues prior to a...

Is there anything I can do from California, or do I need to show up in person and go to court for custody?

If you want to know the truth, then a DNA test is the answer. If you are afraid of what the truth may be, then whether or not you do the DNA test...

Is enticing a child with a party or play time with friends during other parent's time contempt?

These are the games that are so many times played by divorced parents and teenagers are particularly vulnerable to being manipulated like this. ...

Is there any emergency order, to remove son, or anything I can do?

If child protective services have been called that would seem to be all you can do for now, considering that the court has seen fit to give you...

Is there anything I can do legally to have my sister stay away from my son while I'm not around?

If your concern is about your son, you will need proof that the sister is a danger to him or has abused him. Considering his age, a nanny cam may...

Will a judge address other issues too, in a child support hearing?

I would add to counsel's comments that most Judgments and Orders don't say that the writing deviating from the custody/visitation plan must be...

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What might a judge rule when a parent is claiming abuse but has no evidence?

Your child’s testimony could be the only proof she needs. The court may order a parental plan assessment or a child custody evaluation focused on...

Can i terminate his parental rights to avoid him having to pay it?

It seems that you want to terminate his parentage so that he will not have to repay support arrears for two prior years. A termination of his...

Does my declaration need to be served before my hearing in about a week?

The title of the document you will file will be a REPLY to her Responsive Declaration.

Can I use a recorded conversation between my child and her mother to prove my child is being emotionally abused?

From the other answers. you know that what you did is illegal and cannot be used in court for any purpose other than to prosecute you. What I...