No. Once you are 18, you are an adult and free to live wherever you want. If she were to seek a modification of existing custody orders, she would need to file a motion and serve the other parent. Although, I cannot imagine on what grounds such a request would be granted. What she may be trying... View More

I'm assuming you are the same person who asked this same question regarding your custody case. Unfortunately, the answer is not the same with respect to your child support case. Once acquired in a proceeding where child support is in issue, California superior court jurisdiction over child... View More

This is done by noticed motion. Meaning, you would need to file a Request for Order [form FL300] for change of venue. You file that motion in the jurisdiction where your case is currently. You provide the current court with information regarding where the case will be transferred if the motion... View More

To divide his 401K you need a QDRO (Qualified Domestic Relations Order). Once the Plan is served with a QDRO, they pay you your share. The payment does not come from your ex. For spousal support you can get paid by using an Income Withholding Order

Not much you can do without court orders. I'm assuming you have not filed a petition to establish the parental relationship (aka paternity), or a petition for custody orders? If you want something you can enforce, i.e. custody and visitation orders, you have to ask for them. You have to... View More

Need some kind of context here. Grandparents can seek visitation rights. But, it sounds like what you are asking about is guardianship; not custody or visitation. You should consult with an attorney directly and clarify your inquiry.

The paralegal was incorrect. As long as one of the parties meets the residency requirements, you can file in California. You file in the county where he likewise meets the residency requirements. Hire local counsel to handle the case for you.

Communications between you and the other attorney are not confidential or privileged. Emails can be attached as exhibits to court documents. This is not the same thing as being "admissible". Before a piece of evidence can be admitted into evidence it must be authenticated.

How can he be your husband while still married to someone else? If he needs an attorney, there is a directory on this site.

The Superior Court's website contains a self-help link which includes a list of the steps in a divorce. Otherwise, hire an attorney who will take those steps for you and on your behalf.

Why do you need to do anything? You have court orders and he doesn’t comply or try to accommodate your child’s changing schedule. Is there a motion or hearing pending? You could file a motion to modify the existing orders on the grounds that the previous orders are now outdated and do not... View More

To modify existing court orders or to obtain new orders, you would file a Request for Order (form FL300). The FL300 would be supported by a declaration (not a form) and assuming the modification you seek will impact child support, you will also need to fill out and file and serve a new Income... View More

A motion is a motion. What would be your basis for opposing a joinder?

If you suspect medical malpractice caused the death of a close relative, then you should consult with an attorney to determine whether your claim is viable and regarding your rights. Note that there is a 1-year statute of limitations on wrongful death claims that are based on medical malpractice.... View More

Not enough information. Impossible to predict the outcome of your case. In most cases when someone files a Request for Order to modify a custody order so that a parent can move away with the child, the court will order a custody evaluation. Move away requests are not DIY projects. It's a... View More

It's unclear why you would need his permission if you have "full legal custody". If there is a court order that says that, then you would need to file a motion to modify existing orders to include a "move away" order. The name change is a separate issue and would be handled differently.

The monthly payments would count as income available for calculating spousal and child support.

She can file a motion with the court for an order that her spouse help with her legal fees. Or she can use a joint credit card or bank account to pay the attorney’s retainer fee.

Divorce occurs after a petition for dissolution is filed and entry of judgment of dissolution. Giving up custody does not automatically result in divorce. It doesn’t work like that.

If the lawyer needs more time to prepare a response to the motion or to prepare for the hearing, he can ask for it. It's then up to the court to decide whether to grant that request. You can oppose the request, but why would you?