Legal Question in Family Law in California
In California, can a family law/divorce settlement be reopened and tried again if one of the parties was mentally imparted (untreated bi polar) at the time of the settlement, 10 years ago.
Asked on 4/07/14, 5:23 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
Their are limits on time and it appears you have waited way too long. An action or motion to set aside a judgment/ settlement based on mental incapacity shall be brought within two years after the date of entry of judgment. (See Family Code section 2122.)
Answered on 4/17/14, 9:13 am