Court usually won't order it but if parties show up for a status conference and one party suggests mediation and the other party refuses, the other...

Should I move out of the house when I am planning to file for a divorce?

Moving out is personally a personal choice and based on your comfort level and any threats of physical violence or altercations that could be...

I am a new resident of California as of 2015 and my husband is a Vermont resident. Which state would I file divorce paperwork?

You can file here in California if you have been a resident here in CA for at least 6 months. I believe CA is better and we are a community...

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Why isn't your son taking the initiative to get this settled and done right? There are probably facts that weren't presented here as to what...

Filed for divorce, filed disclosure now ex has decided to agree on terms over the phone. Whats the next step?

Draw up a stipulated judgment and have her sign it. Did spouse file her response to the divorce petition? If not, you will need to take a default...

In CA, wife inherits money, puts into personal acct. (wife's name). Must she share w/husband in divorce?

Generally inherited funds are classified as the persons separate property and in a divorce, that person will take the money as their separate...

How can I help my friend file for divorce in prison??

He should talk to a legal advocate within the county jail system. Has he been a "resident" in the county where he is jailed for at least 3 months?

Mom passed away last year, my sister is the trustee of her estate,against mom's wishes I want to know is it legal for my sister

If the trust was approved by the court under the conservatorship, then the trust is valid. Also you mom was probably represented by a court...

Is it legal for a judge in a family law trial to give to one party's attorney the courts copies of exhibits to take with them

Did the other attorney provide copies to your attorney? If not why not? Sounds problematic. The party that submits the exhibits as their...

When can executor distribute funds?

No such thing as "pregrant" A final order for distribution is a final order. If the executor has not done it, then the executor can be removed...