The affair has no impact. Immediate concerns: 1. Your kids' care and welfare (sit down with your spouse and figure out who will be the...

You do not. You can marry in California without physical proof of your earlier divorce. However, it is a good idea to get a copy of the earlier...

Yes, you can and should file to determine paternity ASAP. Here is the form: http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/fl200.pdf Even if you don't...

In a same sex dp, do all existing debts and assets prior to the dp become part of the community property and obligations?

A prenuptial agreement is essential. But have both eyes open. Even the prenup won't fully protect you. Student loan debt is not dischargeable in...

Would I file a change of circumstances or contempt of court?

A finding of contempt is unlikely. A better course would be to file a request for order seeking custody and a further evaluation given the new...

The Court will accept the judgment. However, if the agreement is lopsided because it permits the payment of less than guideline child support,...

I want to know if I m divorce aredy I have my case number how can I find out that there ?

If you filed your case in the San Mateo Superior Court, go to the Courthouse and ask to look at your file. See if a judgment for dissolution has...

If I have a restraining order on someone and they contacted me first and i responded what can happen?

They have violated the restraining order. Keep a log. Bring it to the attention of the Court when appropriate.

It is extremely unlikely that your ex will receive custody. Remind the court of the restraining order and your ex's criminal history in your...

IIs there a way to come to a settlement, in a extremely high balance in child support arrerages ?

Absent an agreement with the other parent or the Department of Child Support Services if collection has been assigned to them, your chances of a...