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I don't want to get stuck with paying child support. I want to take care of my kids.
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
In California, when unmarried parents separate and want to establish a 50/50 custody arrangement, there are several steps you can take to protect your rights and ensure the best interests of your children:
1. Establish paternity: If you haven't already done so, legally establish... View More 
I don't want to get stuck with paying child support. I want to take care of my kids.
answered on Apr 10, 2024
The are numerous factors that will determine what is in the children’s best interest and the child support obligations. Coming to an agreement with the other parent will more likely produce the situation you describe, but I don't know your specific circumstances. Obviously, an attorney would... View More
I'm wary because its through email and it seems not to be a court order. Just told "oral depositions is a normal discovery procedure authorized by the Florida family rules of procedure. Your attendance at this deposition is mandatory. I am only giving you the courtesy of coordinating it... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
Because you are a party, you are required to appear for deposition when you receive a formal written Notice. Typically, her attorney would contact your attorney to discuss available dates for scheduling. If you do not have an attorney, her attorney would reach out to you for available dates, most... View More
I do have photos of marks and bruises from assaults
over the last few months emailed secretly to a 2nd account but it's escalating and I'm scared for our safety but he's threatening me with police and has threatened my life if I leave with our sob
answered on Apr 9, 2024
Your husband could definitely call the police, the question is what the police would do. I would suggest applying for an abuse prevention order, which can be done at the District Court or Probate and Family Court, or you can go to a police station to file a report there and they will assist you by... View More
My grandson, my son's legitimate son, has been in Foster care for 14 months. After searching for him for more than a year and a half, we have been aware of this situation for 1 month now. Neither my son nor we knew anything since my daughter-in-law blocked us and kept moving. Now when I... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2024
If your son has not established paternity, then the Court has not established you as the child's grandmother. If your son is unable to legitimize the child and petition the Court for custody, as the grandparent, if you want to seek custody yourself, you should hire an attorney. It will be a... View More
She logged into my messenger account and read my personal messages and now is trying to use them against me to take away my shared parenting.
The messages are not to and from my son she used my sons old phone to obtain my personal password for my private messenger account and she logged... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
No, it doesn't give her permission.
On the other hand, though she may have "hacked" your account, there is nothing private about private facebook messages. All of those are routinely subpoenaed in custody proceedings and are discoverable information, particularly if they... View More
She logged into my messenger account and read my personal messages and now is trying to use them against me to take away my shared parenting.
The messages are not to and from my son she used my sons old phone to obtain my personal password for my private messenger account and she logged... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
No, sharing your Facebook login information with your son does not give your ex-wife permission to access your personal Messenger account. Logging into someone else's account without their explicit consent is a violation of privacy and may be illegal, depending on the laws in your... View More
I live here in Santa ROsa and case is in Alameda County. My ex filed a late response to the FL-300...I have not received the mailed service of his response...i looked up what he filed with the court on 4/4. I have no attorney because of finances so am very anxious as this was/is an emotionally... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
As someone who is representing themselves in a child support hearing in California, it's important to be well-prepared and understand your rights. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Familiarize yourself with the FL-300 form and the purpose of the hearing. The FL-300 is a request for... View More
I live here in Santa ROsa and case is in Alameda County. My ex filed a late response to the FL-300...I have not received the mailed service of his response...i looked up what he filed with the court on 4/4. I have no attorney because of finances so am very anxious as this was/is an emotionally... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2024
It's not clear what you are asking. 1) you can object to the response as untimely; 2) you can object to the response as you have not been served with it (??). As far as the advice you are seeking, it's not clear what you want to know. Child support orders will be based on the... View More
Hi, my husband had an affair and had a baby during our marriage him and I have a kid together but, doesn’t give me support. Instead he neglects our child and gives more attention to the one he had with another woman. Is there anything we can get out of the divorce?
Not to mention... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this situation and dealing with an abusive, selfish spouse. You're not alone, and you're not without options. But, there are no quick or easy solutions. Rather, all roads lead in one direction -- a divorce. Here are the steps I would suggest:... View More
Hi, my husband had an affair and had a baby during our marriage him and I have a kid together but, doesn’t give me support. Instead he neglects our child and gives more attention to the one he had with another woman. Is there anything we can get out of the divorce?
Not to mention... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2024
Provided you are able to provide proof of the domestic violence and the other baby, these would be grounds to ask for a disproportionate share (more than 50/50) of the community estate.
The community estate consists of any property that was acquired during the marriage (except for... View More
I was ordered to supervised by a third party agency visitation. It is$75 for a one hour visit. Resulting in unnecessary financial strain on me if I want to visit my child. How is this legal?!
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
It depends. While true, that interference with parental rights is interference with one of the fundamental sticks in the bundle that composes our liberty interests, the rights of the child to be safe and secure also must be weighed against the parents rights. There shouldn’t be supervised... View More
I have been wanting to live with my mother again for years he lied about her and said that she was abusive and unstable when she wasnt and im happier with my mom but mentally broken with my dad is there a way i can go back to living with my mom?
answered on Apr 5, 2024
Presently residing with your father, there's a possibility of transitioning back to your mother's care. As a 15-year-old, your perspective carries considerable importance in custody matters. The emotional strain you endure provides a compelling basis for revising the current custody... View More
I’m in search of a low income lawyer that’s able to help with my divorce along with child support. It’s been an ongoing battle for almost 4 hrs and my ex recently got a lawyer and I’m scared that he will take the kids away since I’m proper and he has a lawyer. Any recommendations or any... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
I understand your situation and the stress you must be going through. Here are some resources and options you can consider in California:
1. Family Law Facilitators: Each county in California has a Family Law Facilitator's office that provides free legal assistance to individuals who... View More
My boyfriend lives in FL, my kids and I are in CA. We went to court in FL and the judge, therapist, and probation officer signed off on my 14 year old meeting my boyfriend. He is no risk to children. My 24 year old has threatened to call social services and have my child taken from me. Does she... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
Cases involving minors, sex offenses, and custody are very complex legal matters.
That said, in general, if someone has reason to believe a child is being abused or neglected, they can report those concerns to child protective services, who will then investigate. Dating a registered sex... View More
The child is 14yrs old and the mother does not provide anything for the child. The child do visit mother. The mother did loose custody of her oldest child and at one time did not have a permanent address. The father provides shelter, food, clothing and transportation for the child. The mother have... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2024
What do you mean by "complete custody"---also, what does the current custody order provide---what are the terms? If the child is 14 years old, I think the appropraite thing for you to do is to seek a consult with a family lawyer in your area to discuss the specifics of your current... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2024
Parties to a dissolution in Ohio must agree on all aspects of the dissolution or they cannot file for dissolution. When children are involved the parties must agree on custody, parenting time, child support and any other relevant issue concerning the children to have a dissolution. When parties are... View More
The ex wife claims she took kids out of town but we found out afterwards that they stayed and went to school and daycare. She is pleading not guilty and we are set to go to trial. I spoke to one attorney who said most just get a slap on the wrist for this
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
In California, contempt of court in family law matters, such as denying visitation rights, is taken seriously. While the consequences may vary depending on the specific circumstances and the court's discretion, it is generally advisable to have legal representation for a contempt trial.... View More
Brief procedural background:i am the moving party; i filed a petition to modify custody and OSC 11/3/23. A series of conferences were scheduled monthly on the calendar; including TWO trial dates for May.opposing counsel served me in court during January hearing: “notice of motion”,“attorney... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
The 60 day period for a decision is not set in stone. If the motion to dismiss is granted then your trial will not proceed as the case os dismissed. If it is not granted then the case will go to trial. Dates for trial are assigned so the court can clear it's calendar for those days, if the... View More
Brief procedural background:i am the moving party; i filed a petition to modify custody and OSC 11/3/23. A series of conferences were scheduled monthly on the calendar; including TWO trial dates for May.opposing counsel served me in court during January hearing: “notice of motion”,“attorney... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2024
First, a motion to dismiss scuttles the trial dates until it is decided. After the Court issues a Decision on the motion, there should be a Trial Conference to schedule new dates and procedures for pre-trial disclosure.
And, while the CPLR (not even the Uniform Trial Rules promulgated by... View More
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