Spouse did not answer divorce petition but showed up to hearing. Can I still file default?

She has appeared. But, she hasn't filed a Response. I'd look to see if the Judge has excused filing a Response, has charged her a "first paper...

Can I lose custody if my kids spend time alone during the day while I'm at work?

I concur with my Avvo colleague. I will not address detail which you did not provide. You clearly will be forfeiting custody to a childcare...

Can my partner take our son out of country without my permission? Can I ask for support if he leaves country without son?

He is not allowed to relocate your son without your consent or a Court order. What does your son want? Can this be resolved by agreement? Get...

Can my 17yr old boy have a say on where he wants to live if he doesn't want to live with father?

I disregarded the body of your post because I cannot understand. Your son's preference on parental placement will be given great weight so long as...

Get your case reviewed from somebody who can see the paperwork. The family law facilitator is free.

Is there a statute of limitations on how long a person has to file in order to sue for the property that was taken from them?

You gave no indication that the decedent had an ownership interest in your home. Thus, I view this simply as vandalism and trespass to real...

I have suffered through an analogous situation paying for a trolley ticket at a machine eating my money. If you saw, or believe that, the money go...

CAN I PUT A RESTRAINING ON THE FATHER OF MY CHILD WHILE PREGNANT?

Yes, you betcha, but do it the most feasible and effective way by pressing criminal charges and getting a protective order via the Criminal Court....

Form of findings for Family Code § 2030 attorney’s fees and costs.

I concur with my Avvo colleague. If you want a Statement of Decision you'd better request it in writing before your Judge before the matter is...

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I changed the practice area as nobody in this profession to use this as a family law matter. I see no indication that his abuse in any way excuses...