For a short term marriage like this, you may get six months of support based upon your need, his ability and your marital standard of living but...

I wanted to know if I'm in violation of a restraining order

File an ex parte immediately to vacate the restraining order as to your children. You are in violation of the order and while a judge may be...

I have a divorce attorney who i do not feel is representing myself properly or ethically. We have a trial setting conference

Trust is the only thing you have between you and your attorney. You must trust your attorney to provide competent legal representation and advice...

I need help in family law

Enforcement of orders is extremely complicated especially if you are filing a contempt citation. Speak to a competent family law attorney in your...

Family Court Judge is allowing the other parent (mother) multiple egregious contempts during probation, no punishment, Help!

Request a custody evaluation and recommendation regarding mother's custody. You can also request a parenting coordinator be appointed to address...

Enforcing court orders with law enforcement

Never involve the police unless visitation is being denied, children are abducted or someone is in physical danger. Involving police around the...

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Can a divorce response be mailed in or submitted to the clerk's' office from the other party?

Yes as long as the first time filing fee is paid or a fee waiver submitted. I would, however, have someone other than you do it to avoid any...

My son's father and I don't have a custody agreement and we both want to move to different states, how is this decided?

If there are no court orders in place, move to where you are going, wait six months then file for paternity and request for child support to...

Crazy "ex" of my kids father physically attacking him with my child in arms...what can I do if anything?

File an emergency ex parte for a restraining order and an immediate change of custody assuming it happened within the last 24-24 hours. The longer...

I want to approach a family member about an issue. I was told by his father that I cannot approach him. Can he speak for him?

If there are no restraining order in place, you can talk to whoever you want as long as it does not violate their right to privacy or any other...