How do I pay an attorney if I am financially dependent on my spouse?

Yes, and then the attorney that you retain will file a motion for you to receive temporary child and spousal support, and also will move to have...

If my wife filed a domestic violence restraining order against me and moved out, can I change the locks on my apartment?

Yes. By requesting an EPO, then filing a DVRO, your wife is manifesting that she is so concerned about her safety vis-à-vis your "abuse," that...

If I get a new attorney to represent me in family court, can the new attorney refuse to have it heard by commissioner

No, a new lawyer cannot sub-in and refuse to have your case tried before the current judicial officer. If you believe that there is clear bias...

Is it likely that a permanent restraining order would be granted?

Physical violence is only one of the elements that comprise "abuse," pursuant to FC§ 6320. While the absence of any physical violence would tend...

Are text messages between parties admissable in a Restraining Order Dispute?

If you believe that the text messages are valuable to your defense, append them as exhibits to your response, or lodge them separately as exhibits...

Denied with prejudice means that the same request cannot be made again, whereas without prejudice means that the request may be made again.

Which form should I use to ask for restraining order if I have a active case in court ?

Go to court well in advance of the scheduled hearing, and file both forms concurrently. If your ex parte request is granted, the judicial officer...

How do I go about filing for child support? - Riv Co, CA.

If you cannot afford to retain counsel to represent you, consider opening a case with the Department of Child Support Services in Riverside. A...

I have been a Naval Officers wife for 13+ years. He has physically and mentally abused me. has done jail time although i didnt

You should start by contacting FAP through the Navy, and reporting these allegations. An MPO could issue, and that would provide you with some...

Can someone get a restraining order against me for going to his house one time uninvited?

Based upon the facts presented, no.