How long does petititioning for a parent take? Can the process be started and the parent leave the country while its processing

I think you need an immigration attorney. I will reclassify your post so that the correct attorneys can see it.

I filed a RFO with the court but did not file a declaration, is it to late to file & serve a declaration

You filed the RFO. The responded. You can now reply. The reply (make sure you call it the correct thing) declaration must be filed, served, and...

How is alimony and child support calculated after divorce is finalized?

Temp orders are higher than "final" orders. Everything will go lower on the actual order because the temp order was to help you get on your...

If there was not any DV, then simply request to dismiss the proceedings. If the RO was issued, you must file a request to terminate the...

HI I AM CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR ADVICE MY FRIEND IS A YOUNG GIRL ABOUT 17 OR 18 SHE IS ON PROBATION AND OWES MONEY BUT

Your friend may still qualify for some type of non-cash aid. I would have her go back and see if she can get some help or go to a shelter and ask...

Can a CA Judge make a new child support order retroactive to the date my husband filed for divorce in NYC? NYC has no jurisdic

I just wanted to make a correction on your statement about the "soldier & sailor act." It's called the Service Members Civil Relief Act and it...

Am I only entitled to spousal support for half the duration on a nearly 12 year marriage?

In a twelve year marriage the court can grant support for six years...but...in any marriage that is over ten years there is a presumption that...

Can i get custody of my 15yo brother in foster care?

This isn't really a custody question. It's a guardianship question. I will reclassify this for you so that guardianship attorneys will see it.

What are the odds of a CA judge granting me paid attorney fees?

Not in Vegas...don't do "odds." If you have been a resident for six months, you can file for divorce. Under six months, you can file for legal...

My income increased. Will I have to pay back child support if ex hasn't tried to amend my support?

Someone must file a motion to modify the support (Request for Order.) Unless that is filed, the support amounts continue. Once the motion is...