A domestic violence restraining order (“DVRO”) may properly be petitioned if the conduct constitutes "abuse," as defined in FC §6200 et seq....

It is not that difficult to have a default judgment set aside in family court, given the overarching public policy for due process, or notice and...

Can I file a restraining order if an ex parte has not yet been heard by the judge?

The party seeking protection may properly petition for a DVRO, also on an ex parte basis, assuming that there exists "abuse" as promulgated by the...

My husband went to jail in 2001 for domestic violence and was later deported to mexico how do I get a divorce?

If you have resided in California for at least 6 months, and within Los Angeles County for at least 3 months, you may properly petition for a...

You file the original document(s) with the court, and then mail a "conformed" (clerk-stamped) copy to the opposing party. You should also maintain...

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I reside in LA County, CA. Need to "answer" divorce papers rec'd within (30) days. What form # is this? Where can I get these?

Proper service of process requires that the requisite blank response forms, corresponding to what your spouse has filed, be served along with the...

Can my ex-husband to be fight a Default Judgement against him?

The family courts are generally liberal in regards to setting aside a default judgment, based upon the previously mentioned public policy favoring...

I got arrested for hitting my wife but she took her complain back and there was no charges file against me.

If the DA did not file criminal charges against you, and if your wife did not pursue a TRO/DVRO against you, then you should not have any lingering...

Whats the first step to starting the divorce process?

With so many particular concerns, you should retain, or at a minimum, consult with, a family law attorney. If you do not have the means for this,...

How do I find out if my husband filed court papers already?

When you file the clerk will run a case check. If he has already filed, and has fabricated service (under the penalty of perjury), the judicial...

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