Which takes presidence the initial divorce filing or the final decree?

The issue is not which takes precedence but what needs correction. If the final judgment is not correct then you have a right to file a motion...

First, by contacting and posting a question on AVVO you are asking us to give you our best legal advice. If that advice includes seeking competent...

My husband and I owed properties before we got married. No prenuptial agreements. 7 yrs. marriage. My income 2x than his.

Given the facts stated above, you would be wise to hire a lawyer that has the skill needed to protect your interests and rights. On the child...

Can a surviving spouse quit claim a property so a Heggstad petition can transfer that property into a trust of dead spouse?

A Heggstad petition, if approved does the transfer by order of the court. A quit claim deed only fulfills a court order. Also, a Heggstad...

I was wondering what the procedure was for divorce between spouses who have a confidential marriage license.

Never heard of a confidential marriage license. But your names will appear on the petitions and other pleadings on all documents filed with the...

Help i need a pleading cover sheet and i don't know what that is.

You should be able to get this help at the self-help office in your local courthouse where the case has been filed.

Im married 5 1/2 ys , and i would liket know whats happen if i leave of my home to live bymyself .before i divorce

Doing this won't jeopardize any property rights or support rights. But see a family law attorney to get further advice.

How long before a divorce trial the documents should be filed in Court and the copies should be sent to the other party?

Trial rules are set by the county in which the case is being tried. You should have gotten a notice from the court when they set the trial as to...

I've been divorced for 2 months now.... but it's clear that my wife isn't making good faith efforts for full-time employment

I agree that 2 months is to short of a time period. Did the court issue a McGavron warning? Did the court stipulate how many applications she...

Coummunity Obligations for a non-contested summary dissolution in the State of California.

You can agree on anything regarding the splits of assets and debts. But one question, is there any real estate in this marriage?