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answered on Feb 21, 2017
The police will be dispatched to the location of the woman caller. Officers will investigate and question her and any other potential witnesses. If the alleged perpetrator is present, he will probably be arrested. If he's not present, the prosecution will most likely file charges if there is... View More 
With me?
answered on Feb 21, 2017
If you don't have a case filed with the court, filing with the court is key. Filing a request for order for child custody and visitation or an opposition to the relocation is critical. The court will do a thorough analysis and ultimately make a decision whether mom can move with the children.... View More
I don't have an attorney because I cannot afford one. I don't feel right about giving them to her as she has his best interest at heart not mine. I would like to go to court and let the judge decide. Will I get into trouble if I don't comply? He makes 80 thousand a year and I make... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2017
His attorney most likely served discovery upon you. Although some objections may be appropriate in certain circumstances to some questions, a general refusal to provide information could result in sanctions and attorneys' fees. Discovery can be an expensive part of a case. You have a right to... View More
He still paying the mortgage but I'm scared I'm not working I have a 16 year old son and I don't want to lose my house I can't work right now do the health issues any abandoned the house to be with his best friend's wife
answered on Feb 19, 2017
Adultery is irrelevant in divorce proceedings. Financial abuse would need to be explored, and more facts are required to provide a thorough analysis for this posting. Your husband continuing to pay the mortgage after his abandonment of the house is obviously a positive fact, but it does not sound... View More
He lives in Michigan.
answered on Feb 18, 2017
The father should not violate court orders. If he stops paying child support, legal interest will begin to accrue. If he believes that he is paying too much, etc., he should file for a request for order to change the amount, but that amount may not be changed if the circumstances around the order... View More
I pay 1,000 a month to ex (per court order) since 2010. (Originally 700.00 a month but I opted to pay more because ex had a part time gig and I had no extra kids) now I've got 2 little ones with new partner that need attention and will need child care if my schedule changes with job. I cannot... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2017
Although paying more than guideline child support could pose some issues for modification, you may be able to change the child support amount. One strong fact is that your 16 year old has expressed an interest in spending a lot more time with you. You may need to file a request for order seeking a... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2017
If the domestic violence case is in the family law courthouse for a restraining order, the family court court would not lock people up on those types of cases unless it's for some violation. You're probably talking about the criminal domestic violence court and there's a possibility... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2017
There is a possibility that the mother would have to pay child support. Although she is not working, the court could impute income to her. However, this is a difficult step and would most likely require she undergoes a vocational rehab exam that you may have to pay for. There are factors the court... View More
I reside in California and my daughter's mother moved with her to Texas 5+ yrs ago w/o my knowledge or consent. She does not have legal papers stating she has full/sole custody. I've been trying to get her to agree on a schedule of when my daughter can come and visit. I've suggested... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2017
Since the child has been living in Texas for five years, and there apparently is no court case in California, jurisdiction will most likely be in Texas. You will need to consult with a Texas family lawyer about filing in Texas for custody and visitation. California court's have a self-help... View More
I reside in CA. I am the respondent to dissolution, but now my wife is refusing to sign the final documents that have been prepared due to her wanting extra money from me. I have proof of her stating she will not sign unless she gets more money. Child support has already established and ordered... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2017
If she does not sign the paperwork, you will need to take extra steps to finalize the divorce. It is quick and straightforward if she signs, but people have an option when the other person refuses to sign. You will need to push the case through the system with some extra steps. Consult with a... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2017
You would probably be arrested if the police are called and there is a restraining order. More facts are required to provide a thorough analysis.
but she doesn't come and pick them up or call sometime it can be 3 months at a time when she see them can i file for full custody and take her rights away since she doesn't care to see them or call
answered on Feb 12, 2017
Based on the mother's lack following the court's order, filing for a change in custody may be necessary. More facts are required to provide a thorough analysis. Most family lawyers offer a free initial consultation. It is unlikely that you will prevail on taking her rights away.
We already have a case open in one county and she has been denied a change of venue but she files a ex partie hearing in a different county for custody can she do that ? And do I have to go to that ex partie hearing ?
answered on Feb 12, 2017
Filing in another county is inappropriate when a judge in your county denied her request. She could have filed a motion for reconsideration or an appeal if she believed the judge made an error. Without more facts, I do not see a way for her to prevail in the other county. People can file
answered on Feb 4, 2017
More facts are required to provide a thorough analysis. You may need to file a request for order to change custody and or obtain orders for the verbal abuse to stop. Getting into details about what the verbal abuse is at a consultation with a local family lawyer will be key prior to filing anything... View More
49.9 and 50.01 agreement. i am asking if I happen to have to travel on business, can my daughter stay at my house with my new wife? Or can my ex say that she gets my child whenever I am gone?
answered on Feb 1, 2017
The judgment should provide guidance in answering this question. The court wants the parent spending time with the child. There might be a right of first refusal in your judgment. The mother might be able to have the right to spend time with the child while you're out of town. The age of the... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2017
You should have received a blank response form. If not, you can obtain one. Responding to the request is important. Writing a strong declaration opposing the request is important. If you have evidence, consider attaching exhibits to show the court. There are many ways to approach this. Most family... View More
Siblings lived together until the mother left on drugs after 7 1/2 years different father
answered on Jan 31, 2017
More facts are required to provide a thorough analysis. If there is a case in Georgia, consult with a family lawyer there. However, generally the court will try to keep siblings together. Each case is unique. If one parent is on drugs, the other parent may need to file a request for order with the... View More
My ex lives in Tennessee (that is where the divorce took place). I now live in California. I used to struggle with depression and my ex took advantage of this by filing divorce papers when I was in a weakened state and debilitated by my depression and won sole custody. I am better now and my... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2017
Seek a consultation with a a family lawyer in Tennessee regarding a change in custody. It sounds like Tennessee has jurisdiction. Due their ages, you may have a good opportunity on prevailing with your request.
I live in Vallejo Ca. and my child is in Los Angeles Ca. would this preclude me from being granted custody?
answered on Jan 29, 2017
You will not be denied custody simply for living in another jurisdiction. In fact, many people are in your shoes. The courts decide move-away cases all of the time, and must abide by the law which is to provide frequent and continuing contact with both parents pursuant to California Family Code... View More
I have a 3 yr old son and never married to his mother. I filed establish parental relationship and asking for joint custody. We are due to go to mediation next week, but she has not responded.
answered on Jan 29, 2017
Although she has not responded to the paperwork, she may show up to mediation. I'm assuming she does not have an attorney, and she may not know how to respond. She may not go to the court's self-help office either. If mediation is scheduled for next week, see if she shows up so you can... View More
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