Is it legal for a parent of a minor child with no formal visitation or custody order in place to move their child ?

You need to obtain the mother's agreement or a court order to move your child out of state. You should consult with an attorney about requesting a...

If other parent doesn’t meet court order visits, What can I do to get sole custody?

You will need to file a Request to modify child custody with the court ans ask for sole physical custody based on the other parent's behavior....

If your spouse has file for child custody, would it be good to start working less or continue working full time?

The court will make custody orders based on what the judge believes to be in your child's best interest. There is case law in California that...

Can my ex take child on vacation during my time without my approval?

It depends on the exact language of your court orders. Does it require notification or approval? If it only requires notification and there are no...

Is this violating my restraining order?

You cannot violate the restraining order. Only your ex-husband can. If your behavior can be seen to invite your husband to violate the restraining...

Will I keep the children for their summer break, if not specified on a modification request order?

If your previous Stipulation and Order was filed with the court, it has become a court order. That court order will stay in place unless it is...

How do I get a custody trial on the calendar?

You should contact the Family Court self-help center at your local courthouse to get help with how to request a custody trial.

What can my son do?

Your son should contact an attorney or the family law access center at his local courthouse.

Yes, he can come to the hearing even if he did not file a response. You can tell the judge that you did not receive notice of any of arguments he...

I tried to look up a case for a dissolution with minor children case and I didnt see a disposition of that case

Some courts in California will not allow you to search by name. You have to know the case number. If you go to the court house you may be able to...