You're going to want to get a certified copy of the Chinese judgment. You then have to get a certified translation of said judgment. Then you'll...

How do I get custody of my child if her mother (we’re not married) wants to move from CA to OR? Will it be harder if she moves?

If you have no custody orders now, and you allow her to move to OR, then it will make joint custody substantially more difficult. But then,...

I have a civil harassment hearing coming up. What are the chances that my judge will accept notarized affidavits?

The chances are pretty low, since these statements are hearsay (notarized or not). "Hearsay" is an out-of-court statement, essentially. The...

What can I do to help a friend who needs to protect his child from relatives who do not protect themselves from Covid?

It sounds like the mom and dad (and daughter) still live together. Maternal uncle Sneezy lives with maternal grandma. Is this the case? If so,...

Can judge require me to complete parenting classes after completing dv program?

CAN the judge order you to attend parenting classes? They can, indeed. WILL the judge order you to attend parenting classes? Only time will...

How should I handle a situation where the mother of my child is unemployed and is clinging to me for support?

Well, it looks like you are the victim of the Unwanted Guest statute. If you want her out, you'll have to serve her with an eviction notice. Yes!...

Divorce Mediation

File for a divorce. You don't need his consent. Have a consultation or two, to learn about your rights. You can use the "Find a lawyer" link at...

Knowing that this was a violation of the Penal Code doesn't help you, since you are not a prosecutor. It was an invasion of your privacy, but...

From your description, it sure sounds like this DVRO has expired and has not been renewed.

As the other attorneys have said, it is a factual question, i.e. one that a judge would have to decide after hearing testimony and weighing...