The only way to know what happened is to read the court's order. It is likely the court clerk will mail it to you within the next few days. If DCSS...

It is unlikely a judge will order anyone to attend marriage counseling. It is simply not effective if the party has to attend counseling...

This can be difficult and expensive to prove. You have to find evidence that is admissible in court. You can hire someone to investigate, demand...

Parents are responsible for child support until the child dies, turns 18 AND is no longer attending high school, OR until she turns 19, marries, or...

Why can't my client sell his house when he's only on title and split the proceeds 50/50 with his ex-wife who live there?

There could be a lot of reasons. Title is not determinant of the characterization of property as community or separate. Your client may want to...

How can I remove my former partner's belongings from my property properly?

If you weren't married, there are no issues under the family code. I changed the practice area to landlord/tenant. Your fiance was a tenant,...

What is the Spousal support payment timeframe?

It is difficult to conceive of a court finding you in contempt for paying the full amount due in the month it is due. Ability to comply is an...

How do i fill out court papers im the respondent?

Here are some options for getting help: - https://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp.htm - go to your court's family law facilitator - hire an attorney...

How can an in-default respondent get a divorce proceeding moving?

He can file a motion to set aside the default and file his answer, which will allow him to get his own motions filed. Then file a motion for entry...

My brother found out I’m trying to get a restraining order on him and won’t answer the door to be served. What are my options?

Hire a process server - best $50 you'll ever spend. The court will grant you an extension to complete service. Just show up at the scheduled...