Legal Question in Family Law in California

I have been representing myself in a paternity/child support case. I have mental health issues. I am not representing myself well and I cant afford an attorney. I am in the process of getting social security disability as well as possibly appointing my wife as my legal guardian to deal with all my legal issues. I have a child support hearing this week and I need to postpone it until I can be better represented. How do I postpone this hearing? Can I do this?


Asked on 9/12/11, 7:40 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Arlene Kock Law Offices of Arlene D. Kock APLC

Please contact your local county bar association attorney referral program to see if they have a low cost attorney referral program. Notify your ex's attorney of a need to continue the hearing since you are trying to find an attorney to assist you. Send something as soon as possible to the attorney in writing. If the other attorney does not agree to move the date, you may need to file a motion asking for the continuance.

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Answered on 9/13/11, 7:51 am


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