How to I get a family pro-Bono lawyer or lawyer with reduced fees in Santa Clara, CA, I am not low income but have high expenses

Contact your local Legal Aid Society. They should have programs which are either pro bono or "low bono" for modest earners. See attached link. Best...

Can I get custody of my granddaughter in California and bring her to Nevada ?

It sounds like both parents of your granddaughter need help. Ultimately, if neither parent can care for your grandchild, you may want to consider...

How do I deal with child support when (soon divorced) wife loves taking advantage of the system and weekend party trips, obvious

Reclassified as child support. I sympathize with your situation; however, the court will not care if she parties on the weekend. Child support is...

Read Family Code Section 3042. Essentially, a child who is over the age of 14 years old and is deemed mature enough can address the court regarding...

I was wondering when you file custody paper's wWith the court clerk how long do I have to serve the other party

If you filed a Request for Order, the other party must be served at least 16 court days prior to the hearing. Add 5 days for mailing if inside...

In California does a judge have a set time period to review a mediation case for a divorce?

You may want to check the San Diego County court website to ensure the Judgmenr was submitted/received. I can only speak from experience in Orange...

If you ex is a W2 employee, DCSS should be able to run his social security number to see where he is employed. If you are getting nowhere with...

Ordinarily, if a parent wants to change custody in terms of sole custody to joint or vice versa, a "significant change of circumstances" must be...

Because you are both acting as your own attorney essentially, you will be permitted to put your spouse on the witness stand and ask questions....

There are two types of spousal support: temporary and permanent. You are likely entitled to both. The fact that you work may influence how much...