Your question brooches upon the sensitive issue of how to convince a former spouse to cooperate. There is a simple answer. He will cooperate when...

Can I go over CPS head and get temporary custody order once my child has been with me in another state for 6 months?

Of course you could file a petition for custody in California, as long as you inform the court in writing that another court has exercised...

I do not think the question is silly. The restraining order says that restrained person may not own or possess a firearm. I have no idea whether a...

What can I do? What are my rights as his mother since the dad has full physical custody & we share legal custody?

It depends on how bad the problem is. Hypothetically if you had evidence of actual child abuse or neglect that endangers the child, then you could...

How can I get the judge to change the custody effective date to immediately instead of four months from now?

Making a custody order four months in advance of its effect seems a little peculiar. I'm curious whether the judge was allowing for a petition for...

How would I, (Pro se) request Judge to put divorce on hold for 90-days after my surgery to be-able to continue as Pro se?

I would file a document entitled "Declaration and Request for Stay" Explain your medical situation and attach a Doctor's note. Serve it on the...

Where is the appropriate place to file a domestic violence restraining order, and how do I challenge one?

You could write to the attorney and explain that he filed in the wrong court. Then you could file a motion for change of venue. Unfortunately you...

What's the impact on spousal support if divorce is bifurcated by PET. Can DEF file for legal separation to oppose bifurcation?

Yes, you may object to the bifo on the grounds that his nonpayment history suggests that he will not abide with the requirement to maintain...

If a motion is heard and ruled on but later on you realize that it was untimely, is it moot for appeal purposes?

Ordinarily the order stands, unless there are grounds to challenge it. Objections not timely made are usually deemed waived, but some matters do...

Can I appeal the restraining order

Of course a Domestic Violence Restraining Irder is appealable, but you need to proceed cautiously. The standard of proof required to establish the...