Will a domestic violence incident pop up on my background if I was not arrested?

I don't recommend calling the police back. Any statement that you make may be used against you. Now is the time to hire a competent criminal...

In the prenup, can I include a clause that caps the amount of money we are allowed to spend on divorce fees?

No, such clauses would be deemed unenforceable and could be used to support an argument by your spouse that she was coerced into signing the...

Married 15 years, In California! Will I be required to pay 50% of my income to my spouse for life?

In a word: No. You should aggressively seek a work efforts order requiring your wife to seek employment. You should further review Family Code...

I signed a final judgment of dissolution with a stipulation leaving spousal support "reserved."

Yes -- you may pursue spousal support and may also seek a work efforts order for your former spouse.

My fiancé has full custody but keeps getting taken back to court by child's mother

Yes, the law permits a bipolar parent to have visitation -- likely supervised -- with her children. If the mother can show the Court that she has...

Should I file for divorce or file a complaint for domestic violence?

Get a divorce and file a request for order for child custody and support. Be aware that your spouse might seek spousal support as you appear to be...

Unlike a divorce, with a legal separation - you remain married and can enjoy the legal benefits of that status (joint filing of tax returns,...

You should file for divorce before the 10 year mark of your marriage as marriages of 10 years or longer are deemed long term marriages which would...

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How can I get full custody of my son who is 16 . I really believe his dad is mentally ill.

File a request for order and ask for a child custody evaluation. In your request, include a declaration that chronicles the father's instability. ...

If I leave with domestic violence case pending.Can court or DA bring me back from India to face trial or can they come to India

If you have no intention of returning to the United States or of being near your "ex wife," why not contact the District Attorney's office (if this...