My parents divorced in 2016, my father owes us half of the property value but he has never paid any of it. My mother has PTSD from the marriage and its really hard for her to work on finding a lawyer and everything because of her mental state. I'm 21, I need to know if theres anything I can... Read more »
If you were guardian of your mother you could pursue her action on her behalf. Also a Durable Power of Attorney drafted correctly would allow you to proceed on her behalf. You can't "take it into your own hands" as the cause of action belongs to your Mother. Good Luck!
We have a mortgage, cars, a boat, joint bank account and an 11 month old child.
Good question and first let me say I am sorry for what you are going through. Florida is a no fault state when it comes to infidelity and the divorce process but infidelity can become relevant if the unfaithful spouse used marital funds to conduct the affair. Feel free to reach out for a... Read more »
The divorce has been brewing for quite some time but he knows we couldn’t financially survive. Myself and our 2 kids. He works out of town 5 days a week, leaving me to essentially be a single parent. He’s mentioned numerous times he’s talked to a lawyer who was told he would not have to pay a... Read more »
No. Not unless you let him. Hire a lawyer immediately and file.
On the first page of The Final Judgement on line #7 it says "The wife's former name of () is restored".
Does that mean my name was officially changed at that time? Was I supposed to do anything else to complete the name change in the state of Florida? The reason I'm... Read more »
Thank you for a very interesting question.
Proceedings for change of name are governed by Florida Statute 68.07. That statute in full can be found here:... Read more »
My 6 figure earning husband is asking for spousal support from me after filing no fault divorce in Mass. He deserted me 2 yrs ago and we were only married for 1.5 yrs married (no kids, no property, no joint money). He is well educated and has fancy tech job. As a woman, i was told that i cant ask... Read more »
Spousal support/alimony is statutory and limited by length of marriage and time cohabiting prior to same as well as income differential based on your facts as you have presented it does not look like a viable claim. However, you should still be represented by counsel in a divorce proceeding ,... Read more »
Simply call any attorney who handles divorce and family law. Many attorneys will offer an affordable rate for an uncontested divorce, and they can often be done without setting foot in a courtroom.
You would file here in Michigan and in the county you reside in.
What is important is how and when the assets were paid for. If they were accrued and paid during the marriage then they are marital assets regardless of title. The marriage is long enough for alimony. You must next look at one party's financial need and the other party's financial ability... Read more »
My niece has 3 girls and is married to a man that has been abusing her and the girls for years. She and the girls are finally safe living with her mother in Port St. Lucie Florida! This man has restraining orders against him from his own mother and father, and now sister. I need a lawyer to help... Read more »
As a former prosecutor who specialized in domestic violence crimes I am well aware of the complexities facing a woman in your niece's situation. I am glad to hear she has an injunction protecting her and the children. Divorces with family violence must be carefully navigated. Please contact... Read more »
Yes, as a spouse , she acquired rights in the home and any other real estate and property that you own. If you sell the home, she would have to agree to sign the transfer deed. In a a divorce, she could be entitled to receive a portion of any increase in equity during the time of the marriage.... Read more »
My husband, swiftly and unbeknownst to me, depleted all accounts, cancelled joint credit cards & took possession of joint assets then served me with a divorce action/automatic orders. He has stifled me financially and has since ceased all financial support for myself and our 18 year old... Read more »
Since the divorce has already started you can't file for support in family court. You should speak to an attorney about his making a motion for counsel fees to represent you as the court will grant your attorney fees to represent you if your husband had the means to make payment. At the same... Read more »
I have wife who has & is still lying saying that I've done horrible things to her, where when I have literally done not even one single thing to her at all & I feel all the way helpless with the despair of not be able to defend myself from such a terrible unthinkable & most... Read more »
If you have been "wrongly convicted" I have to assume you had a trial or the opportunity to reach a plea deal. As such, you should ask your attorney in the case what your appeal options are, or otherwise consult with an experienced criminal appellate attorney.
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Once you are divorced, the court's General Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage is the court order determines your and your former spouse's rights and responsibilities regarding ownership and occupancy of the home and payment of the mortgage. You will have to review your General Judgment... Read more »
My husband controls all financial decisions in our lives. I'm also in poor health I can't drive so that's a problem when meeting lawyers or paperwork I need, husband thinks it's funny.
Contact your county's legal aid office. Your chances of finding an attorney outside of legal aid to take on a divorce case pro bono is slim to none.
This guy is from Haiti. He has been staying on the tourist visa and he seduced my friend to married him. He has a kid with her now: a 2 years old daughter.
More information is needed, but it cannot come from her. You have no affirmative duty nor direct evidence of fraud by the husband! Strangely, you ‘may know’ more incriminating facts about her!
It reads more like, she ‘seems to want’ out of a marital relationship that appears to... Read more »
Have been paying for my 2 daughters since Sept. of last year without any type of legal documentation. Wife moved against my wishes to Idaho while I went back to San Diego (we were in Italy) as am in Navy, but she committed to working on our marriage. I trusted her but it seems as she just said... Read more »
It sounds as though she did trick you, in order to establish residency in Idaho. I don't know what was going on at the time she wanted to move back to the states between you two. But it doesn't matter now. She has filed for divorce, in Idaho. Here are some suggestions, with the most... Read more »
I bought my son and myself ancestry.com kits for Christmas. It was something fun to do. A gift where we could find out more about our ethnicity. My ex was fine with it. She asked me to see if a certain person was listed on the site to see if there was a connection back in May. The other day... Read more »
Thank you for your question. Whether you violated a custody agreement depends on the language of your specific agreement. Based on the information provided, it appears that you consulted with her prior to obtaining the ancestary.com kit and she gave her consent for your child to participate to be... Read more »
Are you and your wife both on title to the house? If so, your father could get repaid if the money he gave toward the house was a loan. Are you making regular payments to him to pay off this loan? Very important. Consult in person with a divorce lawyer.
You would likely be entitled to some portion of the value of the home based on the payments made on the home or improvements done to the home during the time of the marriage regardless of the name on the deed or mortgage. Approximately 50% of all payments made during the marriage or improvements... Read more »
My son doesn’t feel safe at his dads and stays very worried when he’s there. He always comes home starving
You should speak to an attorney in your area who can give you a detailed analysis based on the specific facts of your case and the likelihood of success.
You will need to file a new action with the court requesting an alteration of the custody/visitation arrangement. You should make a... Read more »
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