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Contested Divorce · Modesto, CA

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Starting a family matter or changing an existing order?

Identify divorce, parenting, support, adoption or another family issue. Distinguish an initial request from enforcement or a requested change to an existing order.

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Location to identify: The court and case number on any current order, the county involved and whether another state has a related case.

Ask a lawyer: What existing orders and case history are needed before considering the next step?

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