What can I expect when it comes to custody? Will I be able to maintain sole physical custody, giving my husband visitation?

As a parent of a child with cerebral palsy, I have a lot of sympathy for you. One question that immediately pops into mind is that if you are...

About child custody

The question "is there anything my ex can do" is a bit problematic. He can always "do" something - file a motion, even an emergency ex parte...

What action should I take? What are my alternatives?

I have to assume you have some sort of custody agreement or else this wouldn't be a problem (and you wouldn't be talking about getting a letter...

Did you provide stamped, self-addressed envelopes with your judgment papers? Are you sure you filed all the needed paperwork? You can always...

Filing for relocation

As Ms. Routledge says (she tends to beat me to answers!) the issue is not whether you can move (a constitutional right) but how it affects custody...

Following up on what Ms. Routledge wrote, courts want and expect you to make settlement offers. So there is nothing wrong (and a lot right) in...

Can I tow the car since is in my property? What shiould be the quickerway to bring my daughter back home?

Don't tow the car. You want the car gone, he wants to pick it up, so there shouldn't be a problem. Arrange to be there or have someone else you...

CA Rules of Court Rule 3.1110(f) controls format of exhibits. The Exhibit list (which frankly most attorneys fail to include, and I've never heard...

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Are there documents that I can file to prevent the move? Or some proactive action I can take in court?

As Ms. Routledge has said, you need to file to establish your legal parentage rights. IMMEDIATELY! That's the first step. On the issue of...

Is there a way to dismiss a DV restraining order before a hearing?

As my colleagues noted, you have too much at stake to try to do this on your own. Hire an experienced local attorney immediately. I have seen too...