I am representing myself in court. I have a temporary restraining order against MSgt Joshua Bedard. His lawyer postponed the hearing to investigate. Now I have been subpoenaed to the oppositions law firm to produce all of my evidence. I feel this is in violation of my rights. I need to properly... Read more »
answered on Sep 27, 2022
An experienced and trained attorney will be able to represent you and raise any and all proper objections. My fear is that persons who've not been trained in the law, such as yourself, will not know what, if any, objections to raise. More than can be communicated here would need to be known.... Read more »
I want to file in the federal courts against ( I dont know where to start) that the request for me to pay child support has and continues to violate my first amendment protections of the constitution. I have been doing as much of the hard work needed and I am wanting to begin this process
answered on Sep 27, 2022
Family law issues are handled in state court. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
I use this in court? I’ve paid everything and done everything asked and she’s not understanding how much she didn’t have to pay while married. We were only married a year.
answered on Sep 27, 2022
I'm not sure what the question is, but it likely relates to child custody & visitation and/or child support. Speak with a local attorney today. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You... Read more »
Respondent was served a month ago by the sheriffs department at the courthouse, now his lawyer has filed a request to change court date since he just received the paperwork a week before court
answered on Sep 23, 2022
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?
I filed Restraining orders against individuals for internet harassment, slander and other harassment...the hearings ready to place, RO not granted but I would still like to get the IP addresses from the businesses used by the harassing individual, to post the slander so that i can trace it... Read more »
answered on Sep 23, 2022
If the case is no longer active, what basis would you have? [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
Today the recommendation so far is thurs to mon. Then following week a 3 hr visit Wednesday before work. After school. I work graveyard working mon thru thurs one week, mon thru wens another. 12hr shifts. I asked for visits to match my days off cuz I work graveyard. Mom works during the day so she... Read more »
answered on Sep 23, 2022
An attorney will advise regarding mediation. If you disagree with the mediator's report, you can request a hearing. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal... Read more »
Mom has been jail for 2 yrs fighting criminal case. Dad, my son, had stroke & in coma. She has been in his custody since born.
answered on Sep 23, 2022
You can file a court action to obtain custody. Generally, there are constitutional protections that guarantee parents' rights to have custody of their children. (Troxel v. Granville 2000). However, if you can show a compelling circumstance to modify the custody arrangement, you may be able to... Read more »
Father and I are not married and never have been. I take care of child 90% of the time.
answered on Sep 22, 2022
If there are no custody orders, there is nothing legally preventing you from relocating. However, if the other parent is involved in the child's life - as you say, has 10% custody - the other parent could object and file a petition of his own, for custody. Better to be safe, file a parentage... Read more »
California residents
answered on Sep 21, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about your son's passing. Did your son designate a beneficiary for his 401K? Was that his only asset? If so, the 401K should pass directly to his named beneficiary, and it would be difficult for creditors to levy that asset. Notice to the creditors of your son's... Read more »
answered on Sep 21, 2022
Are you referring to a voluntary declaration of parentage? Here's a link to an article from the CA courts regarding establishing parentage. Have a look and speak with a local lawyer.... Read more »
I’m sorry it wouldn’t let me write more above. He was arrested for DV back in July in Las Vegas. 1st count misdemeanor, but hasn’t been convicted yet. His attorney seems to think he can dismiss it since the situation was minor. We are wondering if we should continue the adoption case until... Read more »
answered on Sep 21, 2022
That's not likely going to help things. Because more information is needed, he'll need to speak with an attorney. Find one in your area. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should... Read more »
I am on a TRO given by my wife, The hearing is still coming. I texted her "I miss you" last week and didn't get any response. We are recently separated and she filed a restraining order on me. The hearing is next month. In the meantime a sherriff called me and wanted to talk to me in... Read more »
answered on Sep 19, 2022
A TRO typically orders the restrained party to have no contact of any kind with the protected party, but occasionally it will permit peaceful contact. If yours does not permit peaceful contact, then ANY contact by the restrained party is a violation and is prosecutable.
Never married; don't live together; his name is on birth certificate; daughter is now 10 yrs old; she lives with me; he has never been financially responsible for her; he sees her when he has time; when I need his signature on passport or any document, he refuses or makes it very difficult and... Read more »
answered on Sep 18, 2022
You could file a paternity action. Speak with a local attorney. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
I did not respond because I didn’t disagree with the order. I moved away from the address I live when he first served me. Bc I did not respond he was able in 2018 to file a motion for the order to state he had Sunday-Friday and I only had Saturday 9a-4p and sent the “service” to my previous... Read more »
answered on Sep 18, 2022
Respectfully, this is on you for not responding to the divorce papers. You should speak with a local attorney as soon as possible. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney... Read more »
I married my wife and we have been together for 5 years. We have a child together, and I want to adopt her daughter. She is 7 years old and I have been there everyday for the past 5 years. What is the process. I live out in San Bernardino County. In the city Hesperia.
answered on Sep 18, 2022
Certain requirements must be met for so-called "step-parent" adoption [more information is needed [don't share it here]]. Speak with a local attorney. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client... Read more »
My kids were taken away because a social worker said I wasn’t within my right to decline a drug test because I am a felon with a narcotics offender title, even though I have had an expungement for 12 years. She said I don’t and that I still have it on my record and took my kids away because of it
answered on Sep 18, 2022
More information is needed. Speak with a local attorney. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
My husband an I write out a contract stating that if one of us cheated then the cheater has to give the other spouse all assets, property and 1 million dallors, we both know what it says and agreed to the terms and conditions and both put our signature on it, will this hold up in court?
answered on Sep 18, 2022
I'd need to know more, but likely not. What a strange thing to do- you should marry someone you trust. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice... Read more »
answered on Sep 14, 2022
You sure can. If a lawyer is actively representing a person, that attorney must be on the papers filed with the court. However, keep in mind that you cannot access confidential attorney-client information.
I am currently going through a divorce with my ex, who has been abusive to me for the duration of our relationship. I'm currently living in our marital home with our toddler, with who we have agreed to share 50/50 custody through a stipulation filed with the court. My ex also had the court... Read more »
answered on Sep 13, 2022
YOU ARE ASKING THIS QUESTION TO A GROUP OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AKA CRIMINAL LAWYERS.
YOU NEED ADVICE FROM A LOCAL FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY.
I am currently going through a divorce with my ex, who has been abusive to me for the duration of our relationship. I'm currently living in our marital home with our toddler, with who we have agreed to share 50/50 custody through a stipulation filed with the court. My ex also had the court... Read more »
answered on Sep 15, 2022
The law says that judges must give custody according to what is in the “best interest of the child.” To decide what is best for a child, the court will consider: The age of the child; The health of the child; The emotional ties between the parents and the child; The ability of the parents to... Read more »
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