Yes you can; but you still represent yourself before the court and the paralegal owes you no duty and bears no consequences if something goes wrong...

Do I need a legal separation?

Debt acquired during marriage is community debt. You can protect yourself going forth by filing for legal separation with the debt he incurs down...

How can I obtain full custody of my son when the father is threatening to hire an attorney and get 50/50 custody of my son?

There are two types of custody: legal and physical. Legal custody involves making decisions about schooling, health care (therapist, etc), etc....

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What legal rights does my boyfriend have?

If a judgment is entered against him, he can set it aside. He has a right to be served with the papers and to appear in a case against him.

Inheretance

No you are not, this would be her separate property.

Family law

If it states non-appearance, then no appearance is necessary. Consult with an experienced family law attorney to assist you with this.

Can my ex force me to let him take our 3 month old son, without a court order?

If you have no custody orders, you can say no considering you are breastfeeding. Consult with an experienced family law attorney to assist you.

I just got a temporary order, Not a TRO, can I serve by mail?

If it is an order, you can serve him at his last known address with the court.

How can I modify my custody for my daughter in California

You need to consult with an experienced family law attorney to assist you with filing a request for order to modify custody and visitation.

Are you eligible for a "one day divorce" if you've used a mediator to come to agreement on everything?

There is no such thing as a one day divorce. You can have a mediator help you with a judgment and file it with the court but it takes much longer...