Legal Question in Family Law in California

i filed 4 50/50 joint custody a month later she file 4 a restraining order against me i have no history of violence and there are no police reports we go to court the judge believed her side i was caught off guard by her accusations and lies my emotions took over when it was my turn i never been in that situation before so now i have to take anger management and have supervised visits wit my son once a week for 2hrs theres no history of me being violent to anyone the restraining order is for 3yrs the judge said if i comply she would refer us back to mediation after 12weeks . what can i do to defend myself this is a case of a woman scorned she was my mistress we had a 8yr relationship she knew i had a family . we never had a problem til i ended the relationship and stayed wit my family i use to go visit my son til she became abusive physically and verbally she stated that i would never see or get t raise him since i ended the relationship please help me


Asked on 2/10/11, 3:52 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Rhonda Ellifritz Law Offices of Rhonda Ellifritz

This is a perfect example of when you absolutely need an attorney, regardless of whether you think you can afford it. In these types of cases where emotions are likely to rise, You will blow your case out of the water. You need an attorney for damage control if nothing else. This matter has the potential of serious long term harm not only to your relationship with your son, but also your ability to make a living. I have gotten people out of jams like this, but it isn't easy, and it may take some time to sort out. Be patient with your attorney and don't try to second guess him or her.

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Answered on 2/10/11, 4:35 pm


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