We are signing a MSA today. Our final divorce judgement will be 8/18.

The Judgment says what it says, and if it sets forth a date of dissolution that is several years in the future, then that is what it is. You will...

In the county where I practice there is a Restraining Order help window in the Courthouse, and there are several pro bono agencies which...

Does the divorce petition limit what can be decided in an MSA?

I think I agree with attorney Conviser. By not checking any boxes for spousal support you have limited the Court's jurisdiction over that, but the...

Divorce including comingled accounts

I think a lot more information is needed before even attempting a definitive answer to your question(s). I suggest that you (a) speak with a good...

Attorney Straus has given you good advice. I would add that it is not necessarily an either or type situation. Why can't you counter offer your...

Court Status of Final Stage of Default/Uncontested Dissolution

Without seeing what boxes you checked on the Judgment Form it is hard to provide a final answer. That the Clerk sent you back a letter requiring...

When I retire, my wife will receive her portion of my retirement benefit per the QDRO. Does my spousal support end at that time?

Your Spousal Support Order is not going to automatically end except for the reasons you quoted from the divorce decree. Nevertheless, you should...

Respondent to a Los Angeles child support modification RO and not served complete FL-150.

I agree with the other counsel's point: you should ask for the supporting documents. Hiding information and lying about income is pretty common...

Can I recover costs for child custody which the criminal acts of the other parent resulted in an absurd cost to resolve custody?

I agree with attorney Straus' philosophical point, that Family Law cases can be very destructive. I also agree that high legal fees alone will not...

MC Lied on me, saying i didnt give her ex parte hearing for TRO. I DID. I can prove it. But how?

It is rarely sensible to get into an argument with Minor's Counsel (MC). My observation is that the Courts where I appear (mostly Santa Clara...