How does one file for divorce from another country in California?

Here is a link to the residency requirements: http://www.courts.ca.gov/1224.htm Best of luck.

Get to a family attorney as soon as possible. It's highly dependent on the facts of your specific case but you may have rights under the regarding...

Is it Legal to withdraw 50% funds from joint checking account after ATRO served?

In situations like the one you describe, it is common to ask/demand the other side for an accounting to insure the funds have only been segregated...

Do I pay taxes on temporary spousal support ordered by the court?

Typically yes if its being paid pursuant to court order. You should consult a tax expert to determine if the support being paid meets the IRS...

Will California DCFS look for a family on the run in other states?

In our county (Orange), there is a special section of the District Attorney assigned to handle such cases. Contact the DAs office in your area and...

What chances does he have taking full custody of his newborn daughter?

Your brother needs to consult with a family attorney. Delay is probably not in his best interest given the situation. He should probably get...

Can my sons father pull him out of school to home-school him?

If you share joint legal custody of your son with his father you certainly should have a say in his schooling. This depends on what your current...

The answer is "it depends." In our county, some attorneys and judges will never sign a non-CLETS order, believing them to be less enforceable and...

I recently received divorce papers in CA but I wasn't served directly.

Substituted service can be a valid method of service. See California Code of Civil Procedure 415.20. You can then determine if you were validly...

Will I get full custody of my 17 year old daughter?

Custody of minor children is a complicated and multi-faceted issue. It is impossible for any attorney to tell you if you will be awarded full...