The above answer is correct. In addition, once a judge retires, she/he must make a choice--either be on the panel of "assigned judges" assisting...

You must find a lawyer in your state to answer this question. Both of the opinions given are correct in California. However, many states have...

Attended mediation and Mom has not cooperated in finished co parenting & was continually interrupting me. Mediator ordered 730

The court doesn't usually send cases for 730 evaluations without a reason. They are expensive, time consuming, cause additional delay, and are...

Our lawyer just dropped our case saying our damage to our vehicle was too small for them to try to represent us. Our vehicle is

With a drunk driver defendant and substantial damage to your car, I suspect there might be other reasons the lawyer dropped you. If there was no...

Why would the mediator ask the court to appoint a minor's counsel?

I don't disagree with other responses. Also, however, consider these possible reasons: Some judges prefer not bringing children into court or...

Request for Copy of Mediator's Case File, Subpoena? (San Francisco Family Court)

I hope to be able to answer your questions. First, I am assuming this revolves around a visitation/custody mediation with Family Court Services at...

How do I obtain a guardian ad litem for a baby in a personal injury case?

You need to fill out a California Form DE350. You can download it or go to the Self Help Center in the closest courthouse to you in Los Angeles....

Ex parte on child mediation...what does it mean?

I suspect something of an emergency has arisen, at least in her eyes or in the eyes of her attorney. That is the reason for the ex parte, which is...

Can a turst attorney force mediation?

An attorney cannot force mediation on an unwilling self-represented party. I am aware of some courts requiring mediation in Probate matters before...

I need a family lawyer to review this declaration before mediation tomorrow morning! My daughter is being ruined by her mom.

You should hire a Sonoma County lawyer who specializes in Family Law to review the declaration. Ask friends for a referral or contact the local...