Questions answered by Bernie Johannes Kempen

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I have an open child support case against my ex in California amount is $0 because he won't work. Can i take him to court?

Bernie's answer | Answered on April 19, 2015

The court can order him to seek work under CA Family Code section 4505

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My family court mediator made condescending remarks towards me and allowed my ex to verbally abuse me. Complaint?

Bernie's answer | Answered on April 05, 2015

Were you represented by an attorney in mediation? If not, that was a mistake.

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Do I need to follow a custody order regarding passport?

Bernie's answer | Answered on April 01, 2015

You have to comply with the court order until either if you successfully request that changes be made upon a change if circumstances. Contempt of...

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I had a baby with another women that is not my wife can I lose custody of my 1 month old baby?

Bernie's answer | Answered on April 01, 2015

Your procreation of a child outside of your marriage is not a factor that will be considered in determining the best interests of you child with...

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Divorcing husband who has properties overseas in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, South Africa, and India, but he won't disclose the title.

Bernie's answer | Answered on March 30, 2015

In addition to the other attorneys' advice, both you and your husband need to be wary of IRS requirements for disclosure of foreign assets and that...

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I got married a few years ago, and now we're seperated, and she refuses to talk to me, how do I get a divorce, or dissolution?

Bernie's answer | Answered on March 29, 2015

You may qualify for a summary dissolution if you can find your spouse and get an agreement. Get a free consultation with a family lawyer or go to...

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What are my rights as a father if my wife has left the marital home, leaving the children with me?

Bernie's answer | Answered on March 29, 2015

You have the right and the obligation to file with the court a petition to determine a custody and visitation plan. You'll have to attend a...

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Home mortgage principal loan reduction in California Divorces is offset or not offset by value of Depreciation or Appreciation?

Bernie's answer | Answered on March 28, 2015

This is not a 2640 situation that deals with separate property contributions to a community property home. The cases of IRMO Moore and IRMO Marsden...

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Me and my ex gt agreed that if i sign off my parental rights that i won't have to pay child support will the court allow that?

Bernie's answer | Answered on March 27, 2015

Your ex will need to file a proceeding to declare your child free from your parental control. The court will appoint an investigator to recommend...

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25 yr old daughter and her 4 kids came to stay temp and won't leave.

Bernie's answer | Answered on March 27, 2015

There are some things that are simply 'not done'. One of those is never sue your kids in the court system. You are your daughter and your...

Bernie Johannes Kempen's Answers (320)

I have an open child support case against my ex in California amount is $0 because he won't work. Can i take him to court?

My family court mediator made condescending remarks towards me and allowed my ex to verbally abuse me. Complaint?

Do I need to follow a custody order regarding passport?

I had a baby with another women that is not my wife can I lose custody of my 1 month old baby?

Divorcing husband who has properties overseas in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, South Africa, and India, but he won't disclose the title.

I got married a few years ago, and now we're seperated, and she refuses to talk to me, how do I get a divorce, or dissolution?

What are my rights as a father if my wife has left the marital home, leaving the children with me?

Home mortgage principal loan reduction in California Divorces is offset or not offset by value of Depreciation or Appreciation?

Me and my ex gt agreed that if i sign off my parental rights that i won't have to pay child support will the court allow that?

25 yr old daughter and her 4 kids came to stay temp and won't leave.