What is the law of abandonment in california?

I disagree with the previous answer: it really depends on which family code you are referring to: FC: -8604- 8606 you need both failure to...

How can I fight my ex's request for attorney's fees?

Ask for a copy of the order and threaten sanction under 271

How do I get custuody after child I'd born

File a paternity action now; you do not need to wait until the child is born. File an RFO with the court to bring your concerns of mom's drug...

My husband has an unpaid loan, we are separated but not divorced, i am planning to buy a house but worried that creditor might

You need to file an action with the court for divorce or legal separation to at least establish the date of separation. Every thing you acquire...

I'm 17 soon to be 18 n 4 weeks & I have a baby I'm working

Why don't you wait for 4 weeks and then move out. If you are emancipated legally you are still under the custody of your parent/s.

The court will allow anything the parties will agree upon; the question should be will your spouse allow it?

A car is in my spouses name, we have been divorced for for a few years, it never came up in the settlement can I get rid of it?

I am not sure whether the value of this car is worth going back to the family court in a post judgment request for order. If it is then we can...

Is there an honest family law attorney in Orange County who can deal with a corrupt opponent with a corrupt attorney?

Give me a call if you wish and let's have a chat

I need to appeal or it's an other faster way?

You can ask for motion for reconsideration within 10 days after the order or service of written notice of the order but you would need new facts or...

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Do I have legal grounds to keep my former roommate's rental deposit if she was stealing from me?

Also write a letter explaining why you are keeping the deposit and provide accounting.