The worst case scenario is that the judge finds that you could work full time at minimum wage. Depending upon your location, that could be as much...

File an RFO asking the court to find that the presumption created by Family Code Section 3044 has been rebutted. (I don't think that having...

Contempt of court is a challenging proposition, because it is judged by the same standard as a criminal charge. Beyond the burden of proof...

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When your daughter turns 14, her wishes will be *relevant* to the court, but she will NOT have the right to dictate where she lives. The "best...

It's a good policy to check that box, as it protects you *in case* the court won't sign your judgment.

It would help if your ex would sign a waiver of any conflict of interest, but don't hold your breath.

The grandma is using this incident to argue that you are not a fit parent. You need to retain counsel. Use the "Find a lawyer" link at the top...

This is an appropriate suggestion. If the attorney had not suggested, the judge would have. You can have an SOC and also the court hearing, but...

While it may be phrased as a "referral," should it come out that you have not cooperated in scheduling it, then you may have some explaining to do...

Three important letters for your friend to understand: DNA Another acronym to know is DCSS, which stands for the Department of Child Support...