Is a debt incurred by one spouse after separation becomes that spouses sole debt?

That's why I always advise my client to make copies of their divorce petitions (with the Summons) and send them out (if they will be accepted) to...

I just want to know what type of lawyer do I look for to sue the county that I live in?

In order to sue the State (or county), you would need to speak with a civil rights attorney, or attorney who specifically handles Section 1983...

I lived in LA County. I moved to Mono County 4 yrs.ago.My spouses name was on the lease here too. Can I move trial out of LA?

If the court in L.A. has already been handling and hearing your case for some time, and that judge has made him or herself familiar with all the...

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Am I entitled to copies of all emergency cards on file for my two children who attend private catholic school? Joint Custody.

You should take a copy of the Court Order, and re-submit THAT to the legal counsel for the school and in the letter, request how you have a right,...

Affidavit of Support for Immigrant Petition, need clarifications on who can be liable later on.

There are clear federal regulations on how and when the federal government can pursue the promisor on an Affidavit of Support. A lot of times, I...

How can I file for child abandonment by the non custodial parent in California.

Well, based on what you have described, under the Family Code, you cannot argue abandonment unless he has really been "out of sight", to put it in...

I recently discovered my spouse is cheating. I want to file for divorce, but am unemployed? What assets am I entitled to?

You are entitled to one-half of all community assets. Also, you are entitled to say on his health insurance, through work, and they are obligated...

A spouse has a restraining order against me but seems like she will be a no show even though the judge granted her a continuance

In any county in California, if the petitioner does not appear for their own DVTRO, the restraining order will be dismissed without prejudice,...

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Can I get a divorce and take parental rights from my husband if he has had nothing to do with us for over 2 years

It sounds like you will have to consult with an attorney, face to face on this one, to cover these issues: doing your due diligence in making sure...

Can I get my son back after he lived with non-custodial for a year and now he wants to move out of state?

Yes, whatever the last or most recent Court order(s) you have, those are the ones still in effect, and technically, both you and your husband have...