Family law

The mere fact that she alleges abuse is not enough for her to get an order. When you go to court make sure you take witnesses. You also should talk...

I get my kids every weekend like the court order says but now the mother want me to only have them every other weekend

If you have a custody order you may be able to get the police to enforce it. If it says every weekend then that is clear enough for them to...

Can a child have a parent legally take custody of there children, without a court or Child Welfare Services getting involved

I agree that a formal guardianship is the best answer. However, there is a temporary guardianship form that you can use. It is revocable at any...

How do I collect child support from a US non- custodial parent who left for the Philippines since 2010?

The U.S. has agreements with some countries on this issue. DCSS should be able to help you. If there is no agreement, it will likely be impossible,...

Do modified custody orders carry over?

Good question. Sometime people get lazy and just add onto the older orders with the intent to have both or all of them stay in effect. This is not...

My ex wife is interfering with my visitation and is now saying my daughter(13) has the legal right to refuse my visitation.

This is, unfortunately, a common behavior pattern. No, the 13 year old does not decide if she goes or not. The adults decide. At some point, you...

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I'm a Low Income person living in Berkeley,Ca. I need assistance in getting a restraining order can you help me?

Every county has an in pro per clinic that will help you do the paperwork. Since you are not related to the person, you will need to file a civil...

Child support is calculated on all income received by either party. Your net income from the rental properties is what is used. If you filed taxes...

Can mother move out of state without the other parent approval?

Look at your custody order. Normally it will say she has to give you notice 45 days in advance by certified mail. If it does not say that then you...

What should I do about a threat made by my ex boyfriend?

Harassment is illegal. Do not believe the cops. Their interest is in not having to work. Get a Temporary Restraining Order. The fact that you sent...