The mother of my child filed for child support. What should I do?

The only thing I would add is that you seek assistance immediately -- especially if your child's mother is receiving public assistance because DCSS...

Can an ex file a civil action for II of ED/ after five years of being divorced when the ex is verbally abusive ?

What is interesting about this question is that it clearly was not written by either the father or his ex. Not only is there no cause of action...

Legally, can I keep my child from staying at her father's while I wait for the court to set a custody agreement?

There is no court case or court order so all you have is a piece of paper. You should immediately file a petition to establish his paternity. ...

I have a DV CPO & an OT-DV CPO. Is a F.L.C.CUST./VISIT case Mediator allowed to ignore Judge's orders,CPO&enforce her own orders

The way your question is posed indicates that you have no idea what you are talking about. It appears that you think you know a lot because you...

The reason even minor events involving domestic violence can result in criminal charges being filed and prosecuted is that with very rare exception...

How do I go about filing for a divorce in CA when I live in CO? Do I need to do it in person?

You can file a Petition in California in the county where your spouse lives based on the spouse's residency in the state for 6 months and the...

I have paid down the mortgage by $10K during separation. Am I entitled to that $10K 'extra' in my portion of the home equity?

While Ms. Straus is correct that you would be entitled to reimbursement for community debt that you paid during the separation you have had the use...

Can I sell or donate property decreed to me in a divorce hearing?

Your hesitancy just shows good sense. The fact that you have these items 15 years later speaks volumes about your respect for her work. The fact...

Daughter told me about somethings that happened at her mother's and I'm not sure what to do.

To start, California has continuing jurisdiction over child custody so long as one of the parents remains in this state so you will have to come...

My ex took my daughter out of state without my permission but they came back what do I do

I do not know what "I have her lock to the state of California" means. I assume that you believe she is not permitted to travel outside of the...