In the process of changing last name to married name, but planning to change first name too. What's the best timing for this?

Generally, a court order is not required to change your last name to your married name on your driver's license and social security card. It is...

In a Grantor family trust how do you transfer the name of the surviving spouse only to the deed of a house?

In Ventura County you need to file a CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP STATEMENT DEATH OF REAL PROPERTY OWNER with the County Assessor's office and file an...

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Can a Private attorney garnish unemployment for child support?

An experienced family law attorney in your area should be able to help you file for a wage garnishment from the father's unemployment. Up to 25%...

What do I need to do after I saw the Mediator child custody ?

Each county has their own specific local rules regarding child custody and visitation procedures. I suggest you contact the Family Law Facilitator...

My daughter is not taking proper care of her two small kids.

If you are concerned about the children's well-being you could always make a report to Child Welfare Services and have them conduct a welfare check...

I was married over 10yrs, divorced, re married can I collect SS from both husbands? current and last?

Generally, your first husband's spousal support obligations terminate when you remarry. If you divorce the second spouse, you cannot try to...

Child Care Reimbursement

Based upon the information provided it is unlikely that a court would order that the mother reimburse you for childcare add-ons that were part of a...

In need of a family lawyer to help fight CPS and child custody case. I missed both courts please help!!!

Search Avvo for an experienced family law and/or juvenile dependency attorney in your area. Also, contact your local lawyer referral service and...

Can I request to appoint an attorney for minor child?

You can request "minor's counsel," however the parties will be responsible for paying for minor's counsel. The Judicial Counsel of California...

Will my restraining order go on my permanent record? Who can access this? Will it destroy the reputation of my nonprofit?

A restraining order is a civil matter and does not appear on one's criminal record unless the restraining order is violated and the restrained...