What can I do to get custody of my child?

You need to consult with an attorney immediately so you are ready to proceed as soon as the baby is born. Assuming you are not married you will...

Should a guardian in a same sex marriage be responsible for child support?

Your question is not at all clear. It is clear that this is a same sex marriage, which is irrelevant to anything having to do with your divorce. ...

The law in this state has been settled for a long time: If a parent is indigent that is not a factor to consider for purposes of awarding custody....

Filed in April-what can I expect re spouse's retirement funds if I am still working and he is retired and it is his only income?

Each of you is entitled to half of the community property share of the pension, which means that he is entitled to half of the community property...

Divorce: Can my spouse who works/owns a share in his family corporation claim it is a way of gift to his son?

You have a very good legal answer and good advice about trying to do this yourself. I would only add that it will much easier for your lawyer to...

Child is in trouble and doesn't want to come home. But i have custody.

Apparently your son's father is confused. Your son is old enough that a very unfortunate statute that was recently enacted will apply. That...

Can my ex take my infant son away from me if my parents help me out and I live with them?

So long as the child has lived here for the past six months California will be the homestate for purposes of child custody orders. You need to get...

Where do I start to file bankruptcy? Also if I want to file for.divorce should I wait till the bankruptcy is done?

You should consult a bankruptcy attorney first. I think you will be advised that you should do the bankruptcy together. If you file for...

California. Separated January 2009. Divorced June 2010. No kids. $1,000/mo spousal support. Is SS for 1/2 length of marriage?

You should read Family Code section 4320, then make an appointment with a lawyer whose practice is primarily family law. The length of your...

Would my lawyer make less money if we tried to negotiate a divorce settlement before filing motions?

We have found that we are able to have much more effective negotiations about the issues that are usually addressed in a request for orders that is...