Child custody

The Court will devise a parenting plan they believe is in the best interest of the child. Normally, the Court will preserve the normal parenting...

In addition to Mr. Cohen's comments I would suggest that you follow up with the CHP and make sure that the Complaint if filed with the District...

If my 1 yr marriage is annulled based on fraud, is there alimony to be paid to a non-working (ex)-spouse?

If your marriage is annulled, it is as if you were never married. This means the marriage is erased and there are no rights or interest as between...

Community property between spouse during divorce.

Whether you are on the loan or not for the house is not as significant as whether or not you are on the Deed. Take a look at the vesting Deed to...

Zoning and land use law

As a lifelong resident of Southern Alameda County, I am very familiar with local properties and Planning Staff, Planning Commissions and City...

CA - Continuing notice violations re: foreclosure after case dismissed, how can I address this?

Your statements seem contradictory, and the only thing you say is the Court will grant you a preliminary injunction and know there is a potential...

I got a divorce last year. My wife moved to Russia with our daughter. How can I see my child?

You have an enormously high level of complexity. When your ex first left with your daughter out of the country, you could have sought out Court...

2+ years of child custody battle, other side has asked for extraordinary amount of legal fees, do they need to provide evidence?

You probably are starting to see the writing on the wall. Things don't work well while you are in Pro per. If you have potential exposure of...

If I sue a company and I lose - will I have to pay their attorney expenses?

I absolutely agree with Mr. Kaufman. Let me explain to you what a modest fee is. For instance, in Alameda County you can call the Bar Association...

My landlord is trying to evict me and has given me a 3 day notice from their attorney.

It’s my understanding there are some tough ordinances in Berkeley where it is difficult to evict tenants. You need to talk to an attorney who...