You should definitely consult an attorney before agreeing to the custody arrangement as your decision can have financial implications (tax and...

What should I do? How long does it leave me to get a lawyer?

You must file your response within 30 days otherwise you run the risk of your husband filing for default. If you need legal help and you don't...

Monitored Child Visits cut from 8 hours to 4 because of costs

You should make a Request for Order asking the court the drop the professionally supervised visits. Even if the court is not willing to drop the...

You could ask the court to appoint Minor's Counsel for your children. This would be an attorney whose sole purpose would be to represent your...

My ex has told me he has opened up a parentage suit

Any person over the age of 18 who is not a party to the case may serve you. However, if you are curious to see if your ex has filed any paperwork...

My sister is looking to adopt my one year old daughter?

If you are not able to track him down, you can request that the court allow you to provide him notice by publication. You will have to inform the...

Self Represented Divorce Question

You may also want to consider visiting the Family Law Facilitator's Office in Santa Barbara. The services are free and they may help your friend...