What happens when someone marries & not divorced in California.

If your marital status did not terminate until 1/9/17 and he married before that date his new marriage is not valid or void. He can cure this by...

My husband wants a legal separation to divide our finances is that a good idea

Sounds like you need a Post Marital Agreement instead of a legal separation. Consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area. I...

What would happen next?

File your Response and get busy preparing your Preliminary Declaration of Disclosure. If you need temporary custody or support orders you can...

Will I lose my GC if my wife divorce me after I received my GC?

Good question for an immigration attorney.

Is it possible to annul a divorce in California?

Once the marital status has been terminated it cannot be revived. You will need to get remarried. How nice for you two to be able to renew your...

Am I entitled to receive a part of my husband's retirement plan when divorcing after 9 years?

A spouses earnings are community property during marriage. If your husband made contributions to the retirement plan during your marriage then...

California is no fault state so you can not base a divorce on adultery. Nor is it a crime in California. Unless the military has some rule or...

California is a no fault divorce state. You can't get a divorce based on adultery nor is it a crime.

When can I ask for attorney fees in family court?

In San Diego County you can file a Request for Order asking specifically for attorney's fees from your former spouse. The Court's test is does...

What type of lawyer do I need?

You need an experienced family law attorney to help you and to get a referral from that attorney to a good counselor for your child and another for...