I want to change the last name of my grandkids and not sure what the process is and how I would have to contact bio dad .

You would need a formal name change for them done through a Civil Court. You have sole legal custody and thus have this right free of parental...

Letters are presumptively inadmissible in evidence but could be transformed into declarations which are admissible so long as the Court doesn't...

Does a party's correspondence with the Judge become part of the official court file?

Maybe. Just look at the file don't speculate.

Family Law is often practice with laxity compared to general civil and criminal law. Judicial notice allows reliance upon facts and propositions...

I need to prepare my Mandatory Settlement Conference Brief for my LA Divorce. Do any Attorneys prepare without Limited Scope?

Undoubtedly, yes. You'll need to contact attorneys willing to pay a retainer for such services. The Family Law Facilitator at your Courthouse is...

A divorced mother has 3 children: an autistic 17-year daughter, a 15-year old son, and 12-year old son. Mother has sole custody.

Check with C.P.S. I can't accept that Mom travels interstate but can't afford daycare, and her 15-year old may be providing it.

How can I sew my father.

Your mental disability may necessitate a conservator or guardian ad litem to litigate on your behalf. If you are a minor you will need a...

Will a judge review the mediator's report in court and let me address incorrect statements?

I can't say what your particular judge will do, but I'd address all this in a declaration and mention all this in oral argument. I don't think...

Looking for successful lawyers who can take on a libel/defamation case that involves a spouse who has separated .

I know of no marital bar to suing but there certainly is privilege to overcome in pursuing this "disfavored tort". I doubt your damages exceed...

My husband and I filed divorce. We can settle anything. I need to get a trial date. How do I get a trial date?

Since you say you "can settle anything", do so Regardless, meet with the Family Law Facilitator at your Courthouse for assistance in...