Can something notarized between both parties can be used in court?

Many divorce agreements are made outside of court and not put into the court file. Is it enforceable? It depends on what is says, under what...

Can a 18 year old that has been kicked out of her moms house and is still attending high school get child support from her mom?

No. The 18 year old cannot collect support. Child support is from one parent to the other parent. If the child is not living at home and the...

Under what precedence or code can opposing counsel be compelled to testify regarding discussions with the opposing party?

None. You cannot force the other attorney to testify. Further, settlement discussions are not admissible under any circumstances except on the...

Can Spousal Support etc be modified if one gets terminated due to reduction in workforce?

You can file a Request for Order for modification. You will likely be placed under a work efforts (or seek work) order requiring you to actively...

If the IRA's are split by a properly prepared Qualified Domestic Relations Order, there should be no penalties, fees, taxes, etc. However, each...

In Santa Clara County can I have an attorney in mediation?

Attorneys in Santa Clara County are NOT present during mediation. However, a good attorney will help you prepare for that mediation.

You send a letter to the other party saying you do not agree. Then you order the transcript from the court reporter and verify what the Judge...

What are the responsibilities of a Parent Coordinator" aka Special Master

A parent coordinator can be removed for cause. If you have proof of the parent coordinator refusing to do their job, file a motion to have the PC...

What money is "safe money" when you get a divorce?

Your questions are too complex for an answer on a web site. You need to sit down with an experienced family law lawyer for a consultation so you...

Can you reserve old divorce paperwork if you filed changed your mind and then separate years later. This paperwork is six yr old

You had better to have a consultation with an experienced family law attorney as soon as possible. You need to have the default stopped as soon as...