It is 30 calendars days from the time of proper service. I recommend consulting with an attorney or if you cannot afford an attorney (some do free...

Can I file for divorce for free

Maybe. It depends on whether or not you qualify for a fee waiver. You can file a Request to Waive Court Fees at the same time as you file your...

Can it be a violation if the petitioner filed a restraining order, didnt tell me, so I kept talking to him and he responded.

There should be a document showing when the paperwork was served on you. You can verify the date you were served with your phone records. I...

How can my boyfriend divorce his long time ex if she won't sign?

I am not sure what you are referring to when you say she won't sign. A divorce in California is more complex than simply signing a paper saying...

When my wife was served with divorce papers she decided not to bring our daughter back to me. My daughter is missing school now.

I agree with the other answers, you need to file a Request for Order with the court, however, you may be able to file ex parte. I would seek the...

Do I need a lawyer if I already have a case with child support department?

The Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) is a government agency that helps collect child support. They do not represent either party. ...

How can I stop paying child support if the child is now under my care?

I agree with the others that have answered this questions, file a motion in the same court that your child support order came out of (or other...

Where do I list my tip income on an income and expense declaration?

I would list your tip income on page two of the Income and Expense Declaration on 5.l. This way you can specify that it is for "tips". In the...

Can I file for divorce when I'm a homemaker and we still live together?

Yes, you can file for a divorce. California is a no fault state meaning that there does not have to be any fault on the party of the other spouse....