Do I need a court order to see my son is no current order exists?

You should contact attorneys in Peru to modify the existing orders. Since the children are residing in Peru, California has no jurisdiction to...

For custody modification, do I file in the County my children and I live in or do I file in the County of the original order?

Normally the county that issued the order retains jurisdiction. You can file without waiting for a registration of the order in another state. ...

Child Support and Cash-Aid

You can attempt going to DCSS to open a case for child support. If she is receiving AFDC then she has to have a dependant child. You did not...

How far back can I order a transcript in Van Nuys family law court?

You need to contact the Court Reporter for the hearing and see if you can order one. That is the only way you will be able to determine whether it...

What are the chances of my daughters father getting custody if he's not been involved in her life since she was born?

He may convince the mediator or judge that he is entitled to joint legal custody (decision making ) but it is unlikely he would get primary custody...

Can I do a change of venue from Sacramento to Seattle? We have lived here for two years

If the father still resides in Sacramento, the court still has jurisdiction over the custody/visitation issues. It is up to the Sacramento Court...

Petitioner in child custody case hasn't filled proof of service what can respondent do if he isn't cooperating

If no hearing has been set on the custody/visitation/support issues you need to file a Request for Orders to get a hearing date. If your court...

Hearing

Advise your attorney that you would like to address a particular issue. You should also go over with your attorney what you would like to state. ...

You can contact Child Welfare Services and let them investigate and interview the children. You can retain an attorney to request an emergency...

Court appointed counsel in termination of parental rights case

You should go to the business office and pull the file to see if there is an attorney appointed who you can contact to resolve this matter. Speak...