It's hard to say, not knowing more, but my guess is not. They have plenty to keep their hands full. The fact that they didn't ask for an...

My ex fiance is suing me because he broke the engagement and my father refuses to give him back the ring. Is he justified?

Generally speaking, a wedding ring should be returned only if the person who received the ring as a gift called off the wedding, or if there was a...

Can someone tell me more about the Compromise of Arrears program (COAP), how it works exactly, and if it is a good idea?

DCSS' mission is to collect money, not to harass parents. So they stand to benefit from your payment of a compromised amount. Subject to their...

My ex-husband is considering moving to Japan to avoid paying spousal support. How do I stop that?

I recommend that you consult with an experience, local family law attorney regarding this. I suspect that anyone would have too many questions for...

What do I need to submit for settlement conference besides the settlement conference statement?

Check the Local Rules of Court here: http://www.scscourt.org/court_divisions/family/family_rules/family_rule6.shtml#F The documents most often...

We received 2 judgements 1) reimbursement 2)QDRO judgement and the judge signed them both, ex now wants to change them. Can he?

It would seem that the judge signed the QDRO (as did your ex, apparently) after the first judgment was entered. This suggests that the first...

Can a restraining order be issued for Domestic Violence if some has threatened you and seems to always show up where your at?

Consider filing a Request for Restraining Orders. It sounds like you have a basic case of stalking, if nothing else. Yes, there may be some proof...

How do I ask the courts to have the custodial parent prove their state of residency so I can show welfare fraud?

You might be able to send her formal discovery. Try a Document Demand under the Code of Civil Procedure. Of course, then there's the problem...

Contempt in Family Law

Yes, it is typical. Contempt citations bring the risk of penalties and jail time if the judge finds her guilty. These potential penalties qualify...

Can I take my ex-husband back to court with regards to emotional injury to our daughter and spousal support?

Unless your daughter is a junior in high school, it is doubtful that it would be worth your while asking for child support, since she'll be 18 in a...