After I just abandoned my foreign national wife some years ago behind in the country we where married , do I really need to

Sorry but you need to go through the divorce process here. If you don't , when you pass, if she hasn't done anything in her country, she could...

Can I submit FL-190 when I was asked to submit a document showing that my prior marriage was legally terminated

The Notice of Entry of Judgment, with a conformed court stamp and a copy of which has been certified should provide the proof of your previous...

Can you file for modification to a temporary custody order while the divorce is pending?

You can file an RFO regarding modification of custody orders at any time, even post judgment. If the current situation is working, then yes file. ...

Do I open an Estate Checking Account as Executrix?

Why do say this is a no probate case? A WILL MUST be probated. You can't take possession of anything nor sell anything without court appointing...

Can I ask for attorney fees?

Possibly but you will need to show proof that the conservator acted in bad faith. GEt help on this from a probate attorney.

In ca. what happens at a divorce/status update if no terms can be agreed upon do you just come back for next update?

If an agreement can't be reached and it appears that none will be reached, then the court will set the case for a trial to decide matters. Or, the...

As long as you do it before you file, it is ok. But he will claim that the proceeds should be community property. The rings would still be gifts....

Can I divorce my husband by going to India?

Going to India will not cause a divorce. You can file here in CA.

What kind of lawyer do I need?

You will need a family law attorney in this matter who can also respond to their claims. But how much is the jewelry worth?

My ex (who is not my ex ,I am just finding out his quickie divorce in Mexico was not legal) got a quickie divorce in 1989.

So you are saying that the divorce in 1989 was not legal? Did your ex divorce you supposedly in 1989? If I am correct, then as of now the 1995...