Will I have to pay half of lawyer and court costs if my wife files for divorce?

You can surprise her and file for divorce yourself and also file an Order to Show Cause asking for spousal support and that she pay your...

I agree with the prior attorney, Both making up a story of abuse and going back to an abuser are dangerous. If you were a victim and want to...

If the father of the child is deceased can the grandma get full custody of the child if the mother is unfit to take care of her?

Grandma could also call CPS and have them investigate how often mother is stoned and how often she leaves the child alone. If the situiation is...

Trying to get children to move back?

The only way that you can force the kids to move back is to seek primary physical custody. To do that, it would help if the counselor for the kids...

My ex & I have 50/50 custody. My ex gave me a week's notice & moved to Tex. Both our family r in the midwest, I want to relocate

I am assuming that he moved without taking your child and that the move means that he will not be able exercise his 50% custody. If that is the...

Can I get a restraining order for my wife's current boyfriend, so he can't be in contact with our minor children?

No - from what you say, you won't be able to get the restraining order. Your question reflects one of the most difficult questions in all child...

Domestic violence

If you nare the wife, seek help from Orange County Domestic Violence at 714-935-7951.

Do I have a big chance to get full custody of my daughter if father was arrested for domestic violence against me?

You say that you have already filed for child support and that will be part of the hearing that is coming soon. Support will be set depending on...

Do I still need to serve my husband papers?

Before you hire a lawyer, visit your local court's self help office. They will be able to tell you what you must do to serve him by publication.

I'm filing for divorce from my husband. we have a 7-yr old child and no assets. how long does it take?

In Ca., it will take 6 months after your husband is served with the divorce papers for a divorce to be final, assuming that everything is settled...