Questions answered by Vanessa G. McKinnon

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Should I take my almost 12 yr old with me to a Domestic Violence Hearing?

Vanessa's answer | Answered on February 09, 2018

Ms. Taylor's answer is correct. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area to determine if you want to have your son...

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Pro Per divorce RFO meeting. Other party shows up with attorney. No notification. Was I just gullible?

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 30, 2015

You should have been served with a Substitution of Attorney form from your wife's attorney. This form is required after the initial pleadings are...

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I have filed for a divorce. We rent a home. Lease is in my name. Can landlord force him to leave

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 30, 2015

You need to obtain a court order to kick your husband out of the residence. You can appear in family court on an ex parte basis and request an...

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Adding a step parent to a child custody order

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 30, 2015

You cannot represent your husband in court unless you are a licensed attorney. Many attorneys offer limited scope representation which may reduce...

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Child custody questions.

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 30, 2015

If you have a custody order, then Mother cannot take the child out of the state without your consent or a court order. If there are no custody...

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Respondent filed an RFO for custody, then did not appear at the court appointed mediation. Can Resp now withdraw the RFO?

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

The moving party can be sanctioned/fined for not appearing at Family Court Services Mediation. If you filed a response and requested affirmative...

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'does a mediator in California divorce court have immunity , withholding evidence ,child endangerment is about reporting laws

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

The reporting laws are different for state employees and private mediators. You should consult with an attorney in your area to discuss your legal...

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What is a paternity case that is filed by San Diego DA against a parent? It is under domestic.

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

The Department of Child Support Services can file a case against a parent to collect child support. This is likely a Department of Child Support...

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Can an attorney who represented the other party give me a statement about a deal he try to make prior to the hearing with me?

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

Unfortunately, the attorney cannot write a statement for you because settlement offers are confidential. It would also be a conflict of interest...

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CAN EX & I COME TO AGREEMENT OR WILL DCSS DECIDE AFTER CASE STARTED?

Vanessa's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

There are California Child Support Guidelines that DCSS must follow. You may be able to reach an agreement, however, the CA guideline rules will...

Vanessa G. McKinnon's Answers (22)

Should I take my almost 12 yr old with me to a Domestic Violence Hearing?

Pro Per divorce RFO meeting. Other party shows up with attorney. No notification. Was I just gullible?

I have filed for a divorce. We rent a home. Lease is in my name. Can landlord force him to leave

Adding a step parent to a child custody order

Child custody questions.

Respondent filed an RFO for custody, then did not appear at the court appointed mediation. Can Resp now withdraw the RFO?

'does a mediator in California divorce court have immunity , withholding evidence ,child endangerment is about reporting laws

What is a paternity case that is filed by San Diego DA against a parent? It is under domestic.

Can an attorney who represented the other party give me a statement about a deal he try to make prior to the hearing with me?

CAN EX & I COME TO AGREEMENT OR WILL DCSS DECIDE AFTER CASE STARTED?