Do I need a divorce lawyer?

While mediation can resolve the some issues you are still going to need a divorce attorney the file court paperwork and resolve items you can not...

It does not matter who files for divorce first. Once the divorce has been filed there are restraining order in effect that would stop him from...

Paying arrears when Child support is all done?

You need to discuss this with the child support agency handling your case. I have not a clue what they believe you owe.

How do I know if my marriage is legal?

You can go to the County office of marriage licenses in the county you were married in and they should be able to assist you in answering your...

DCSS court is not allowed to calculate spousal support. The court does not have the ability to terminate spousal support on a long term marriage...

Without knowing all of the facts of your case it is impossible to tell you what will happen in the future. You have lived in California for a year...

Can I request a family order without a divorce or child custody case?

There must be an active family law case in order for the court to issue a family law order. Courts can not issue orders without a case.

Can the court retroactively modify child support calculations before the date motion was filed in court of change circumstance?

You have two options. The first option would be to file in NJ and have the case transferred to the state you are residing in since you have one of...

Can I get full custody of my 9 month daughter if her mother lost her other two kids from her previous relationship?

You need to file a paternity action unless you were married then file a dissolution. Ask the court for custody of your daughter. Demonstrate to...

This is a long term marriage of 15 years and you are entitled to spousal support until you die or remarry. You are also entitled to half of any...