Be aggressive. File an ex parte application requesting an order shortening time for a hearing on the issue. Further seek a temporary order to...

Should a domestic violence action involving me and MY father be consolidated with my contested dissolution in California?

The cases should not be consolidated. You are divorcing your spouse, not your father.

How long can a Pendente Lite order stay in place?

You definitely should request a trial date. The best remedy for dealing with a dilatory party is to have the Court set the date. Note that if...

Who get to keep the house after a divorce?

You do own half of the community property. You should hire a lawyer to protect those rights. If you are the primary custodial parent of the four...

What happen with my gay marriage with my husband here in california in 2013, if my divorce in mexico with my ex wife ended after

Bigamy isn't permitted in California. Your second marriage is void. You should get married again to your spouse. Otherwise, he can file for...

Subpoena will be issued to a 3rd party in a divorce case for wage &income records. Do I include a check with the subpoena?

I've found that it is worth the cost to hire a professional process server to prepare and serve the subpoena. They are adept at preparing Notices...

Ex is sending out mass emails to Facebook friends with copy of TRO against me & "evidence" not even presented in court. Libel?

Yes -- if the allegations ("drug addicted, batterer") -- are false, then it is libel. You may further have a claim for invasion of privacy if the...

Without a physical separation between married spouses, is DCSS legally allowed to open a child support case?

DCSS is simply an advocacy group. The Judge makes the orders. You'll need to attend the hearing and present evidence that it is one household,...

Appeal question about an upcoming family court hearing

File an ex parte application to stay the hearing pending the appeal. Provide the Court with the appellate case, status, and attach pertinent...

Can we file for annulments in two states? We spoke to lawyers and they say that we do have a case for an annulment.

I think that's a bad idea. You should pick your forum and then proceed accordingly. Otherwise a Court might involuntarily dismiss your action...