Legal services agreement specifically excluded post-judgment proceedings. Did attorney's failure to act create a larger issue?

See Civil Code Section 473b. You have six months to set aside a default and default judgment.

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How to I get a copy of the "No Negative Contact order" so that I can enforce it?

You need to file a Domestic violence restraining order in family or civil court. Sounds like this was handled by the DA. Protective orders don't...

Can i change my statement due to outside influences

It is very common for a "victim" to change their story. Some people suffer from battered person syndrome, some feel pressured, and some lie. The...

Will our marriage be legal after her divorce?

You are "putative spouses" but you do need to legalize your marriage after her divorce is finalized. In the meantime I recommend you both do some...

My spouse got an attorney to help her motion to set aside a divorce default. We have one child 4 yrs old. Judgement was entered

Cooperation and co-parenting are always favored by the court. There are several remedies for you. Post Judgment (after) child custody and...

How to impute income to my ex-spouse?

Request a Vocational Analysis.

I am currently divorced and paying child/spousal support. My fiancé is currently pregnant. Will the support amount change?

Your question is confusing. Child support can be modified by showing a "change in circumstances." This legal standard will be explained to you if...

I'm currently in process of divorce, but I got pregnant by my boyfriend. Can I put my bfs name in the birth certificate?

Yes, you can absolutely put your boyfriend's name on the birth certificate. However, you should know that the name on the birth certificate is not...

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Can I hire one attorney who specializes in child custody and another one whose expertise is in division of property?

Obviously you are free to do whatever you want. It sounds like a "too many hands in the pot" situation to me. I personally wouldn't agree to...

I don't have any money to hire a lawyer at this time. But I have filed a Request For Order to get permission to sell a property

1. Did the opposing attorney file a motion requesting that you contribute to attorney's fees? if not, then you don't have to contribute. 2. ...