Q: My wife want to divorce me because she is pregnant with another man. How do I get full custody of my kids?
She lived in Arizona. Me and my 2 kids lived in California.
A: You can file for child custody in family law court, where the court makes custody decisions based on the children's best interests. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
A: When you file for divorce (or if she does), filing a request for order with the court for custody and visitation will be the initial step. Full custody is not guaranteed since the court will look to the best interest of the children. The fact that you are in California with the children appears to be a positive factor in keeping the children in California with you. Unless your wife agrees to this, anticipate litigation for custody. You may want to and need to file in California instead of her possibly filing the case in Arizona, but seek a consultation with a family law attorney in California before taking action. Consider legal representation even if it's on a limited scope basis.
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