Questions answered by Rhonda Diane Ellifritz

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Are there legal repercussions when a witness writes up a statement

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 20, 2012

It is on record that they admit to committing a crime.

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Will a video recording of someone signing over their kids, in the event they are not able to care for them hold up in court?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 20, 2012

I am not sure what you are hoping that would prove. At best, it shows that at one point he wanted you to care for your grandchildren, but later...

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Deposit retainer fee into Attorney's general bank account?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 19, 2012

By State Bar rules, any unearned fees an attorney collects from a client must be deposited into an IOLTA trust account that is monitored by the...

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If i don't have a written /sign arrangement's from a lawyer do i have to pay them for information they have emailed to me?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 18, 2012

California State Bar requires a contract signed by the client and the attorney before an obligation arises. I NEVER do work before a payment is...

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What steps do i need to take to get 50% custody of my child

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 18, 2012

If they are not married, paternity must be established before the court will even entertain signing a custody and visitation order. Even if there...

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Can a 14 year old boy decide which parent he whats to live with in Ca.

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 18, 2012

Without further information, it is hard to say what the judge would do. One of the factors considered is the child's wishes, but that is not the...

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Can I request the court for my daughter to his father without his girlfriend, Because my Ex-husband lelf me for this girl,

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 17, 2012

You really can't prevent him from living with her based simply on that. By the same token, he can't expect his daughter to get along very well or...

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Can a spouse move out of the house with the child without any filings or permission (CA). Any consequences for custody after?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 17, 2012

You can serve them with divorce papers - Petition and Summons - that prevents them from taking the child out of state. You can also file for an...

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If I already have a judgment in a custody case and the other party schedules a non court ordered mediation do I have to go

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 16, 2012

It would depend on your court orders. For further information , visit http://www.ellifritzlaw.com

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What can I suggest to a judge/mediator to save our son.I would like to get more custody.What are my chances?

Rhonda's answer | Answered on July 16, 2012

I agree, your question is not a simple one. I provide a free initial consultation if you would like to discuss your matter in more detail. For...

Rhonda Diane Ellifritz's Answers (1569)

Are there legal repercussions when a witness writes up a statement

Will a video recording of someone signing over their kids, in the event they are not able to care for them hold up in court?

Deposit retainer fee into Attorney's general bank account?

If i don't have a written /sign arrangement's from a lawyer do i have to pay them for information they have emailed to me?

What steps do i need to take to get 50% custody of my child

Can a 14 year old boy decide which parent he whats to live with in Ca.

Can I request the court for my daughter to his father without his girlfriend, Because my Ex-husband lelf me for this girl,

Can a spouse move out of the house with the child without any filings or permission (CA). Any consequences for custody after?

If I already have a judgment in a custody case and the other party schedules a non court ordered mediation do I have to go

What can I suggest to a judge/mediator to save our son.I would like to get more custody.What are my chances?