Deposition tips in family law cases

WALLACE FRANCIS DEPOSITIONS IN FAMILY LAW CASES from SANTA ROSA, NAPA, MARIN, MENDOCINO COUNTY ATTORNEY The first thing you need to know is that family law attorneys, generally speaking, are accustomed to abusing the discovery process during depositions.  Ever since I decided to take time to read up on the laws regarding depositions, I [...]

Edit Sonoma County Form FL074

Sonoma County has a unique form a party can use to set their divorce for trial (a final resolution). A party must first go through a settlement session before trial, but all of this may be accomplished through form FL-074. The form is offered as a PDF through the County Website, however this particular [...]

How can I afford an divorce attorney?

Under California law, the party who has greater financial means can be ordered to pay the attorney fees of the other party in a Family Law case. Under Family Code Section 2030-2032, in order to "even the playing field" the court can award attorney fees sufficient so that a party may be represented. As a [...]

Can my child talk to the Judge?

In California family law cases, children at times can address the court to explain their preference when parents do not agree on matters of custody. Family Code 3042 makes it clear that a child of 14 may be permitted to address the court if the court okays it. The court can so no if they [...]

Your retainer account is depleted

Dear Client- I am sending you this message because your retainer account is depleted. Our contract requires that in order for me to provide services, you need provide payment and replenish the retainer. I understand if you are not able to continue paying for my services. Hopefully, you will understand why I will no longer [...]

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