Can I keep my in laws from seeing my kids if something were to happen to my husband or both of us?

Sorry for the really quick answer - here is the relevant law (note the court will always look at the best interest of the children: Family Code...

Is there anything I can do to stop this adoption proceedings?

In a CPS case in California, a 388 or Motion to change a court order based on a change in circumstances must also prove up to the court that the...

How do I withdraw my submission and recessions of consent in juvenile dependency court

It sounds like the court took jurisdiction based on a juvenile dependency petition but did not remove your children - which is why they are with...

How do I expedite transfer child custody from foster parent to designated family member?

You do not mention your relation to the child. If you are the parent - then you need to contact your attorney and ask them to work on this for...

Both parents have joint legal and physical custody of our child but the Father is now homeless, what can I do?

In California, CPS cannot take your child because of homelessness alone. There has to be a substantial risk to his physical or emotional health. ...

My mother passed away 2 weeks ago with a restraining order against my sister stating she stay away from mother and home good for

Sorry for your loss. It sounds like you should call the police right away. Try and speak with a detective handling elder abuse - if they still...

My ex husband and I have a custody agreement that states " Neither parent shall move the residence of the children out of San

Your ex is deployed in the military but it sounds like you can contact him - so ask for written permission. If he says no then you need an order...

What needs to be done to enter pictures and video in a trial as evidence?

I would provide a full set of prints to the attorney and the video on disc. When you have this court appearance to exchange evidence - I would...

What does appointed counsel do for you?

Contempt is quasi criminal in nature. A court appointed attorney will defend your ex against the charges.

Can a declaration be too long?

This is a great question. I tell my clients to use as many pages as they need to give all the relevant facts to the judge - but if you can keep it...

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