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This question is for a family law attorney. However, the U.S. consulate should be able to guide you on the enforcement of foreign court orders. The family law attorney would most likely have to communicate with them.

Probably not since outside the five year statutory period but you will need to disclose it and produce certified copies of all records relating to the incident. If you have other charges, the a full assessment of their effect on your good moral character would need to be made.

You are quite correct in understanding that taking medication for bipolar illness is nothing to be ashamed about, and I wish you well in managing your illness. The two criminal offenses you mentioned indeed may stand in the way of eligibility for naturalization, and since you have an immigration attorney who is familiar with your situation, you should obtain immigration-related advice directly from him, rather than from attorneys on a forum like this who only are provided brief bits of information and who respond to questions in ways intended as general information and not specific legal advice. Additionally, if you are having many sleepless nights due to anxiety about this matter, you should give serious consideration to consulting with a psychologist or other expert who is skilled in addressing anxiety and sleeplessness - there is nothing to be ashamed about in getting that type of help.