What you describe here is a bad idea. I agree with the other answers--in that the UCCJEA would give a new state jurisdiction 6 months after you...

I have been divorced for 6 months and represented myself pro per. married for 20 years... How long do I have to pay alimony?

If you had a twenty year marriage, the rule about support lasting for half the length of the marriage should not apply. Generally, that doesn't...

What happens if the Judge decides that Penal Code 278.5 should apply against my 'ex' for withholding my child for 16 months?

You have a lot going on here. First, if you are going to family law court on Dec 30 & 31, that is most likely regarding a request for a change in...

Could the courts override the automatic stay order preventing CSS from collecting past due support I need desperately?

His petition in Bankruptcy Court has no bearing on your ability to petition the family law court for spousal support. However, it is unclear if...

How do I get more information with regard to a divorce?

You can also request a mandatory settlement conference using a local form. She will be required to file an updated inxome and expense declaration...

If my X Wife gets a part time job can I take her to court so my alimony and child support can be modified?

Your child support will be modified and spousal support will most likely be modified (although the cases covering these concepts are a little...

No change in circumstance, yet modification request filed...

You need to appear. The other attorney is right that a substantial change in circumstances is not always necessary. You do have a solid argumemt...

Are on line alimony calculators accurate?

Spousal support (also known as alimony) is calculated differently when determined on an interim (pendente lite) basis versus when a permanent award...

I owned a business for 10+ years before marriage. Now divorcing. Spouse claims it is community property. What to do?

The other answer are correct, in that this area of law is complicated and having the assistance of an attorney will most likely be...

Timing is important here. If your spouse terminated coverage AFTER filing, then she is in violation of the Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders...