In California, if you want to change your name, you must file a Petition for a Change of Name and fill out the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name. Once you file this petition, you will receive a court date on your Order to Show Cause between six and twelve weeks away. If… Continue reading →
Archive for the ‘Family Law’ Category
Out-of-state restraining orders
Some victims leave the state where they have lived to protect themselves against further abuse. Domestic violence crosses state boundaries. Under the Federal Violence against Women Act, a woman fleeing the state with a restraining order can get enforcement of that order in the new state. According to this law, “all valid restraining orders granted… Continue reading →
What is harassment?
Under California law CCP Section 527.6, “a person who has suffered harassment may seek a temporary restraining order and an injunction prohibiting harassment. The legal definition of harassment, for the purpose of getting a civil harassment order, is unlawful violence, which includes assault, battery, threats, stalking, repeated telephone calls, emails, or safety for your family…. Continue reading →
Responding to divorce papers
In California either spouse can ask the court to end their marriage even if the other spouse does not agree to it. If there are no complications, the marital status ends six months after the first papers are filed and served on the respondent. When you are served with the papers or Petition, read it… Continue reading →
Dealing with juvenile delinquency
A juvenile delinquency is a person who is usually under the age of 18 and commits an illegal behavior and is accused of breaking the law. If he or she was an adult, it would be charged as a crime. The court deals with this behavior by considering the age of the child, how serious… Continue reading →
Consistent co-parenting
I can’t stress enough how important consistent co-parenting can make for a healthier environment. Developing routines is essential for your children. I don’t mean in just your home, but in your ex-spouse’s home as well. It doesn’t matter if your children are very young or are teenagers – a schedule is good; it builds consistency…. Continue reading →
Man convicted of child abuse
A 43-year old man convicted of misdemeanor corporal injury of a child skipped his sentencing hearing last week. Huntington Beach police are looking for him and have issued a warrant for his arrest. Last November police responded to a call in an apartment building where a neighbor reported a woman screaming for help. The man… Continue reading →
Changing the door locks after a separation or divorce
A common question asked all the time when a couple decides to separate or divorce is, “Can I change the locks so my partner cannot get in”? Depending on your circumstances the question can be answered with both a yes or no. If you are living together and not married, it is okay for you… Continue reading →
Changing your name after marriage
Today, it is not necessary to change your name to your husband’s after you are married like so many women did years ago. You have several options, which include: · A husband can take his wife’s last name or the wife can take her husband’s last name · A wife can use both names by… Continue reading →
Couples seeking annulment
A couple may seek an annulment if one or both parties are under the age of 18 and did not have parental consent. Other reasons include one or both parties are already legally married to another person, or incest. A petition for a judgment of nullity is requested instead of a petition for dissolution. Community… Continue reading →
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