You can give your child your last name. BUT, if the father brings a Request for Orders asking to add his name, then courts normally order the...

Can I file a motion for Reconsideration if the Judge made a judicial error in signing the Findings and Order After Hearing?

While deciding how much time and money you want to spend on bringing a motion to set aside judgment, keep in mind that the judge MAY have signed...

Can I bring exhibits to a OSC hearing in family court?

You want the judge to see your exhibits BEFORE the hearing so h can think about them. Most OSC hearings last about 15 minutes. That’s 5 minutes...

What can be done about perfury in family law hearings in california?

Judges don't request prosecutions for perjury in family law cases. Because DAs won't prosecute perjury arising in family law cases, because...

Alimony in California

first thing about spousal support: There are (almost) no HARD rules a judge must follow. A judge can pretty much do what he wants. Co-occupoancy...

Will the judge go with what the mediator reccomended ? How could more right be offered to the father when he hasnt been around?

I estimate that judges follow mediator recommendations 80% of the time. In most family law "short cause" hearings the judges only meet with you in...

Modification of the visitation schedule for a 4.5yo girl, without reducing anyone's timeshare.

It's not so simple: You're citing your observations (anxiety, crying) and stating your interpretations of what it means (that your child is not...

What can a child do if they are no wanting to go to their dad's house?

It may concern and raise a flag with a mediator and/or judge that you encourage your kids to tell their dad they don't want to see him. That could...

Do I have a case for sole legal custody and spousal support?

CUSTODY: You are confused: It is not LEGAL custody you are interested in - that is just the right to make decisions re schools, doctors etc. for...

What are my rights as a father?

Draft, file, and serve a Paternity Petition and Summons, AND a Request for Orders (RFO) for a hearing to request initial parenting time orders for...