What forms will I need If I am trying to gain sole custody in the state of CA/ how do I terminate his rights without hs consent?

You need to file form FL-300 (Request for Order) and form FL-310. There are other forms that may apply, depending on facts not stated in your...

How can I make a quick and effective change to my holiday schedule so that it will take effect for immediately?

There are only two ways to resolve any custody dispute: 1. agreement by and between the parties, which you then draft into a Stipulation and...

How should details not specifically addressed in my custody order be addressed?

This is a common situation, and unfortunately, the court doesn't have the ability adequately police day to day situations like this. If your...

Family Law - What type of Motion do I need to file to demand reimbursement for health care/ shared expenses?

Child health care costs are considered child support per an order to share such costs. Thus, if one parent doesn't pay or reimburse as ordered,...

I would echo everything that has been said by the other attorneys. In addition, you can go to the Sonoma County Family Court web page, and read...

Can I keep the car that is registered to my estranged husband?

Given the facts you stated, it sounds like the car is community property, which means that as part of a divorce or legal separation, the equity in...

Common Law Marriage

CA does recognize a valid common law marriage established in another state. Notwithstanding a valid common law marriage from another state, one...

CA divorce pending -- can I stop spouse from going on vacation with her boyfriend and my 6-year-old child?

There are only two ways to solve any custody dispute: (1) reach an out of court agreement with the other parent, or (2) obtain a judge's order,...

Can I be granted an extension from the Judge?

Sonoma local rule 9.13.D.2 governs the issue of getting a continuance. You can read the rule regarding a continuance here:...

I am married to a man for 16 years.. turnes out he was and still is married.. is this marriage void?

Yes, if you husband was married when he married you, and to this day, remains married, you can file for a judgment of nullity (annulment). Here's...