Where do I begin to start my divorce, get full custody of my daughter, child support and get her out of the house we purchased?

There really is a ton of things you must do to achieve this goal. It will requiring the filing and service of a petition for dissolution which will...

Can I request a restraining order from ex fiance, even if it looks like I am harassing him?

You can request a restraining order by filing with the court a form DV-100. I have attached a copy of this request to this response. Domestic...

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The clerk is incorrect. A motion can filed with the court to re-determine arrears. I assume this is the motion you have already filed? You state "a...

You need to file a motion to vacate immediately. Consult with an attorney concerning the process for filing such a motion to vacate (get rid of)...

We are getting divorced after 32 years of marriage. I am 64 and wife is 59. I want to retire. How will support be determined?

Thank you for your question. There is no hard and fast rule regarding the amount any party will have to pay in support following a dissolution....

How are Childcare hours treated in Dissomaster calculations?

I see what you are saying, the child is at school Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 3:30 so why should that count toward the percentage of time that the...

Can my mom fight to adopt my kids when my kids are already placed with my Grandma?

As a grandparent, Cal.Fam.Code section 8802(a)(1)(A) grants her standing to file a petition for adoption

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Can costs for court appearances be allocated to the petitioner?

1. Can the divorce be done with him out of state? Yes, so long as the court has jurisdiction over the divorce. This is accomplished if the person...

If I already filed for a divorce. Can I ask the court for a mediation or settlement conference before I ask for a court date?

If your spouse has failed to provide you necessary documents, and you have made a formal request (your request was filed with the court), you may...

I filed and obtained a temporary restraining order against my ex-husband, now he's seeking sanctions. Help!

The section 128.7(c)(1) and 128.5(a) are essentially the code sections that allows a party to recover fees and costs incurred defending an action...