I have two granddaughters who are living with their dad and step mom who is verbally and emotionally abusing them.

It can be very difficult to take custody of a child away from their parents. There must be sufficient facts of parental misconduct to bring the...

My lawyer says police discrepancies and testimonies don't matter!

If you have lost confidence in your attorney, you should at least consult with a couple of other attorneys. Some attorneys take cases only to get...

Is this technically a violation?

The code states that you can get a continuance in order to file a response. If you already filed a response, and you had no other good reason to...

Child Custody

I realize that Avvo doesn't allow you to post enough information when it is complicated, as your facts appear to be. I recommend that you consult...

If he can use the record against me for divoce ?

In California, it is illegal to record or eavesdrop on any confidential communication, including a private conversation or telephone call, without...

Can I deduct ex's portion of childcare costs from spousal support each month?

I would advise you to go ahead and do it. Make sure you keep track of the child care expenses, get receipts, and make notes in the memo lines of...

Moving my matrimonial and custody case from CA to NY

It depends on various factors. If you are the only party moving, and the other party and any witnesses continue to reside in California, then the...

Subpoena her bank records. I have found that people tend to deposit all or most of their money because they use it to pay bills and make purchases.

I go to edelmans court in monterey park.. what if I stop showing up to childrens court?

You could potentially have your parental rights terminated.

Me and my kids dad are not married....we live in California...I wanna move to south Carolina where I can make means .

Not necessarily. You should consult with an attorney in your area to go over all the details of your case before you make a decision.