In my opinion you should at least give a teleconference with his attorney a try. You may be surprised--not all attorneys are mean people :) His...

My husband has left the home and state. Is there some legal filings that could protect me and my kids financial?

You may want to think about filing for a legal separation. This will protect you financially as well as providing for court orders regarding the...

What do you do if your spouse file for divorce and got the papers but failed to serve them and meditation is in 3 days

You may want to request a new mediation date. Depending on what county your action is filed in the mediator may issue a report and recommendation...

Do I need an attorney for a divorce if i have a child and my husband was deported?

Depending on which country he was deported to your biggest problem may end up being serving your husband with divorce papers. My office is...

My mom got married secretly when she was young. what legal name should i use to petition her when the guy remarried somebody?

A legal marriage in the State of California requires two things: 1. License and 2. Solemnization (ceremony). If these tow requirements are not...

My ex-spouse has lied to the court and told them I was served.

It depends on what resulted in the alleged "no show." If your ex lied to the court then he must have done it under penalty of purgery in a proof...

Do i still get pension and retirement after the divorce? How do I get it?

If your judgment of dissolution does not address division of the pension and retirement and does not include a waiver of any interest in the same...

What forms are used to file objection to a order filed?

Did the judge order that your ex submit the proposed order to you prior to filing it with the court? If so then you have 10 days to serve him with...

How do I get a continuance in family law case

If the opposing counsel is going to take oral testimny (evidentiary hearing) the hearing is set for what is called a "special set." In order to...

Do I need to continue to pay alimony after 4 years of a 5 year verbal agreement?

What does your divorce judgment say about spousal support?