I had a case open with CPS, and we found out that my husbands ex knows about my case and the social worker, what should I do?

CPS cases are confidential but there are lots of ways she could have found out about it. She might have been interviewed or one of the children...

Attorneys and clients can say anything they want. Judges are used to people saying things for which there is no proof. Keep in mind that his...

Child Custody in California

Because of the prevalence of international child abduction cases, having the passport is no longer enough. There is a form that is required before...

Can I get a restraining order against someone who hasnt been served?

The court may not act unless the person has been served. If you have been unable to get service, you can go to court on the day set for hearing and...

Am i going to lose my visitation rights to my kids cause my 16 year old went an got a tattoo when she was visiting me?

It is unlikely that this alone would lead to such an extreme result as you having no rights to custody. The interesting issue is the fact that your...

Who transports the child for non-professional supervised visitation?

I would suggest that you review your order carefully. Usually the mediators are careful about putting in these kinds of details. If they are not...

Can I move out of state w/my child with out filing anything with the courts? I basically have her in my care full time.

If you have already filed you may not move with the child. Or to be more accurate, you may not remove the child from the state. All of the...

I have been paying my back child support for many years now. I need to travel to Europe and i currently have a valid passport.

If your passport had been taken away you would have gotten notice. Usually, such action will not be taken unless you have not been paying.

Can a 15 year old refuse to go to her dad's ? She calls me or text me when she's there asking to be pick up.

You should file a Request for Orders and state that she does not want to go. Fifteen year olds are considered old enough to express an opinion...

Income and expense declaration is exaggerated

Whether the fact that he was not honest about his expenses may matter if you are seeking permanent spousal support. It will not matter for child...