I am married from the past10 years and migrated USA in 2009.i received Green card this year if divorce what will be my status?

I will open by saying that I do NOT practice in the area of immigration law. But it is my experience that there are often (usually? always?) ...

My childs father put a restraining order on me the other day, how likely is this going to be granted by a judge?

A couple of points: a. He has not had contact for three years, presumably by his own choice. You only recently got orders for sole custody. He...

There is some small advantage to having an agreement at the SOC, since the Settlement Officer is a judge pro tem and can sign it for you, thereby...

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Ex has primary custody of kids, but "relinquished temporary custody" to me. Can she take that back whenever she wants?

I agree with all points raised so far. If I were you I would not feel "safe" until I had a court order for custody in hand. On the other hand, if...

I submitted an objection of intended decision of statement last Thursday. Sunnyvale family court clerk only took first 10 pages

Among other things, the Statement of Intended Decision is the court's record, in case of an appeal. Other than pointing out errors in the...

My wife having a affair and wants divorce. Will that effect alimony?

California is a "no fault" state, and her affair has no bearing on her rights under the Family Code. Were she to live with him, on the other...

Family law father lying and violating orders

As other attorneys have suggested, this is a real ball of wax. I would second the motion that you allow your GF to seek legal assistance since it...

Family code, need some clarification

The previous answers have pretty much nailed it. I only wish to add, in the event that Ms. Straus is correct in her assumption regarding your...

You have a right to joint custody, but you have to file papers in court to protect those rights. Even if you are not interested in filing for a...

How does drug use/abuse affect child custody and visitation orders?

The courts share your concerns regarding meth use. It is not in your son's best interest to be in the care of someone who is under the influence. ...