What paperwork do I need to re-file for divorce or do I need to start over since it has been over one year

Your case is probably still active... they don't automatically dismiss them until after 5 years. Exchange new Income and Expense statements, and...

I had a conference with my former employer (my brother) we failed to settle but now the hearing is coming he'd like to settle

Well, since this is the divorce forum, I guess you could divorce your brother.... ..... but seriously, you can contact the California Wage and...

Purchased home with my ex husband. He signed a quick claim deed. Do I have to pay him out for anything during the divorce?

Probably just one-half of the increase in value of the property during your marriage. It was funded by community property funds during the...

Is alimony worth fighting for or should we do this the easy way?

If you have to ask that question, you probably don't need alimony. On the other hand, maybe he does. . .

Is my workers comp settlement half hers?

It very well could be. You should run all the facts past your attorney.

Can a respondent who has been properly served with petition, summons and other related docs decide to respond 4 months after ser

yes. even if you did file a default, he/she can request that it be set aside and allow an answer.

Lawyer fees

An excellent question! But you can only get a reasonable answer from one place. ... that attorney.

Nope! You're still married. Finish the divorce.

In a divorce action that has been going on for over 1 year there have been 4 FL-150 or I & E STATEMENTS filed by both parties.

Yes!

No. She's got no case.