If this is a child custody hearing, I would request next time that she appears at mediation via telephone and that she appears in court via...

Which day is considered as legal separation in a divorce, the day in which I escaped from my house?

The date of separation is the date that you determined that the marriage was over. This is a factual issue. If the date of separation becomes an...

Is there a filing fee to file for divorce in California?

Yes, there is a fee to file for a divorce in California. However, you may qualify for a fee waiver.

You can file for an emergency hearing requesting that you be able to pay the bills as and for spousal support. You need to be specific as to who...

Do I need a divorce attorney ?

I advise you to seek counsel. If your wife is planning on leaving with your children, there are procedural safeguards that can be put in place to...

What form do I have to file to move out of state and how long will it take to get an answer?

You need to fill out form fl-300 and fl-150 (Income and Expense Declaration). A court date and a mediation date will be scheduled once the fl-300...

How do I subpoena a witness to a domestic violence/custody hearing at the San Bernardino Superior Court?

Are your relatives willing to come voluntarily? If so, you do not need a subpoena. In San Bernardino, the judge usually will set an evidentiary...

We had a move away custody trial. I was the one who moved a year ago. My lease came up and I chose to move back instead renewing

I need more information to give you main points that this particular judge would want to see. Why did the judge not order the children to stay...

How long do you have to be married in oreder to collect spousal support?

Family Law is an art, not a science. I know this does not bring comfort but this issue really depends on the arguments that are made for and...

Is there any legal actions I can take against a person who file a TRO that has been denied?

At this time, you should focus on winning your Permanent Restraining Order hearing. The fact that the TRO was denied is a good sign that the judge...