I live in California I just got served with divorce papers can my wife close all the joint accounts and turning off my phone ?

Theoretically, she cannot close joint bank accounts or turnoff your phone. However, divorced couples do it all the time and if no one pursues this...

How does being a step father affect unwed mother with children?

The ex-boyfriend is the two kids' father and since he has a relationship with them, terminating his parental rights is an unlikely outcome. He...

Can a judge award long-term alimony in a short-term marriage? If yes, under what conditions is it possible?

Yes the judge has the discretion to give spousal support in short-term marriage for a period longer than one-half of the length of the marriage. ...

Discovery in Divorce

Yes you can but if you are not an attorney or have one, you need the court to sign off on the subpoena

Can I take daughter on vacation?

You start by reading the last court order you have or the judgment that was entered with your case. If the judgment or the order contains a...

What do I need to do I had a one day Parenting Plan Assessment for this coming Wednesday but I lost my job and did not pay.

Maybe contact the clerk and see if you qualify for a fee waiver.

Can I sell my home prior to the court ruling on my divorce in CA?

You can sell your home prior to the judgment if: 1. Get the written consent of your spouse 2. get an order of the court 3. It maybe justified...

Her declaration may be stricken but if she appears at the hearing she can still testify and tell the judge the content of her late filed and...

Can I sell items belonging to both parties to make ends meet?

Necessities of life consist of food, shelter and medicine. You may want to explore if you can get emergency support from your spouse as well.

How can I know if my wife actually got a divorce before we got married? I've been given a reason to believe she's married

I would not worry whether it is a crime or not, as I have not heard of any one going to jail for this. If she is still married you should seek...