Family Law Current judge for Department 504, Hayward Hall of Justice

I believe Judge Nixon left that department a month or two ago. The new judge that is in there is a permanent assignment. It appears that the...

It's important that you keep in mind the standard by which a judge and mediator make orders/recommendations around custody/visitation; that is the...

Can a 16 year old, in California, make the legal choice to live with his father in a different state if the mother has custody

Based upon what you are stating, it's sounds as though you have a Utah case. If that is so, you will want to re-post in a Utah thread. As to...

Shouldn't I let the company terminate me and then I can receive unemployment benefits?

I suggest that you consult with an employment attorney immediately. Although many employers often try and scare employees into returning back to...

The short answer is you can consult with an attorney and CPS about the same time if you are truly concerned about your child's welfare while in his...

What can I do as I am worried he will try and take her for the week.

It's not clear to me if you have a current custody order. If you do, what it says will make a huge difference to how any attorney advises you. I...

Will the judge require my ex wife to pay me child support if she is not working?

You stated that you want to stop the "payments" you make to your ex. If by payments you are referring to payments you make to your ex through DCSS,...

Can the father of my child file for sole custody with out established paternity and if he didn't want anything to do with her?

Any party has the right to request a modification of custody based upon changed circumstances. If he has not established paternity, he will have to...

What and how can I file for an emergency custody as to if you read she's planning on moving out "real" soon?

You certainly will want to file an ex parte (emergency) order. However, because you were not married you will also have to establish parentage....

Do you think the judge will grant me physical and legal custody? (solo custody)

I am in agreement with all of my colleagues. One thing to think about is if the father will in fact sign a stipulation; in light of what appears to...