Regarding domestic violence.

File a new DV RO in Family Court. Do it now. Cite his behavior, both before the arrest and after. Do not delay.

DCSS court commisioner

I can't speak to the software that the commissioners use, but they certainly are authorized to issue child support orders, and part of this...

Is custody orders tied to a permanent DVRO considered to be final custody orders or still temporary orders?

Custody orders issued at DVRO hearings are not final custody orders. The court will likely order you to go to custody mediation. Keep in mind,...

When one leaves you does she forego all future stock grants and/or unvested stock options?

First of all, California is a No Fault state, meaning that it DOES NOT MATTER who left whom. If the marriage is broken beyond repair, then the...

Can I refinance the loan if my wife is not in USA? She is not on my mortgage either. Does refinancing require her to be present?

While her name may not be on the mortgage, she may have an ownership interest in the house. 1. Is her name on the deed? 2. Did you buy the...

How do I start a case to get the mother to take a blood test to prove if the baby is mine?

1. It's not a blood test. They take a swab with a q-tip from your inner cheek lining. Much less invasive. (Perhaps you should simply refer to it as...

Can the courts go after someone if they quit their job intentionally so they can stop paying child/spousal support?

If the dad quits his job, not only will the court not reduce or suspend support (especially if you offer his statements into evidence), but it...

If you are really reluctant to file an FL-350 signed by both of you, then google "pleading paper" and use that to type up the terms of your...

Custody Evaluator Violating Court Order

You cannot sue them, but you may challenge the propriety of their actions in your custody trial. That is, if you believe that they have violated...

Permanent Spousal support

""Permanent support" is a legal term of art meaning only that it is not "temporary support." Temporary support orders are issued the first time...