I don’t think he’s using legal counsel. I think he’s using the self help on the 3rd floor in Mecklenburg county court house. He emailed me a updated notary form with my name spelled correctly where I sign but the title page still has my name spelled wrong. Just want to know if this is legit.
If it's meant for you and you got it, you should answer it. A court would likely deem it a mere inadvertent mistake when considering whether or not service is effective under Rule 4.
No. Bigamy is a criminal act. The only papers you would sign would be an application for a marriage license, but signing that would probably also be a crime.
I filed a petition to change child custody (my ex has primary, I want 50/50 as circumstances have changed). I provided text message screenshots between the two of us that clearly backed up the claims I was making; however, he and his attorney filed a response that said all the screenshots were... Read more »
Don't worry about the lawyer says. First, anything you add to the petition isn't considered evidence. In court, you present the evidence to the judge. But send clear copies of your evidence to the attorney ahead of time. Let the judge decide if your evidence is usable or not. But you... Read more »
I am a US Citizen who moved to Northern Ireland in November 2011 to marry a man I'd been in a long distance relationship with for three years. We married November 22, 2011 at a Council building in Larne, County Antrim. We lived together as a couple until July 19th, 2021 when we separated. I am... Read more »
It looks like you posted this question from Massachusetts, but posted for attorneys in California. Assuming that you are in California, as long as you meet the residency requirements, you can file here. The residency requirement for filing for divorce in California are that you have lived in CA... Read more »
I LIVE IN LOUISIANA, MY SOON TO BE EX WIFE LIVES TEXAS AND SOMETIMES IN MISSOURI. WE HAVE PROPERTY IN BOTH STATES . ALSO, I WAS NEEDING TO KNOW WHICH ISSUE NEEDS TO BE HANDLED FIRST ? I NEED TO FIND A LAWYER WHO HANDLLES BANKRUPTCY, COMMUNITY PROPERTY AND DIVORCE OVER MULTIPLE STATES. HOW... Read more »
Louisiana and you file first.
I believe my child is being mental state of mind depressed that she can't come here . My wife n I bn separated 3 yrs
Call the Louisiana State Bar Association or the Bar Association in the parish you reside and ask if they have a list of attorneys who might be willing to provide you legal services at a reduced rate or pro bono.
If you are common law married you can ask for spousal maintenance, however to be considered common law married, you would have to have held yourselves out at married to others.
My sister has been served papers of divorce and her husband’s middle name is spelled wrong. She does not want the divorce. She is wanting to know if the citation is void if his name is spelled wrong.
If your sister's name was spelled correctly, the citation was probably fine.
My wife and I are temporarily residing in Zirconia, NC. Our mail is sent here. However, our license plates, drivers licenses & so on are registered to the state of FL still. Are we still able to file for divorce in FL, or since we've temporarily relocated to North Carolina, do we have to... Read more »
Yes, at least one of you would probably be considered a Florida resident. Being "temporarily relocated to" another state doesn't mean you don't remain a Florida resident.
Yes I meet with him. He did indicate he would be willing to allow her to stay in the house until Ava graduates. He would pay the mortgage ( including taxes and insurance) shoe would pay utilities and child support reserved. He would exercise his parenting time at the house. Can talk Thursday... Read more »
"Child support reserved" used in this way means that the question of child support will be decided at a later date, with neither party losing any rights because the decision was delayed.
I did sign a quit claim for the property. But I believe that she should have already refinanced in her name. 2018. What motion do I file/
Did you have a lawyer representing you in regards to your family/divorce matter? If so, please make contact and discuss this with your lawyer as he is most likely in the best position to answer these questions. If you did not have a lawyer represent you, then I recommend that you use... Read more »
My husband and I are looking to get divorced. I am being told that I am kicked out of the house I have been in with him for 8 years now and that he is not allowing me to take our son. My husband is a very bad person who has been in trouble with the law his entire life. He is an addict meth. He has... Read more »
I am so sorry to hear about your struggle, and luckily the pathway has an easy first step. Rather than a Criminal Defense lawyer you need to make an appointment with a qualified Family Lawyer to start the separation/divorce process. There are tools in that process to specifically address the... Read more »
It depends because some of the agency need documents must be original. Save yourself some troubles and get more certified.
What recourse does a husband have in Iowa if his wife is openly committing adultery and refuses to stop?? The only respite she is offering is a divorce for which the husband has to pay along with losing half of the assets. She is openly mocking him by saying that in Iowa, he is screwed by the... Read more »
Iowa is a "no-fault" state, meaning that adultery, etc., cannot be used against an opposing party in divorce proceedings. Additionally, Iowa is a "marital property" state, meaning that any assets, aside from specific exemptions (including inheritances kept in separate accounts),... Read more »
I know he is in New York but he will not give me an address and has blocked access to all communication. We have been separated for over 14 years
You can file a divorce by publication. Check with the clerk's office to see if the offer free help. Otherwise look for a local family lawyer to guide you through the process.
Yes, you can send them interrogatories (questions), requests for admission, and requests for production without having a lawyer. Essentially, you are your own lawyer.
To get disability. I am in NC. I am wanting to know if I could get spousal support or alimony since I'm not able to work to be able to live on my own if I left.
First, a judge must determine that you are substantially financially dependent on your spouse. If the judge feels you are, they look at 16 factors to determine the duration and amount of monthly alimony payments. You can find the statute related to alimony here:... Read more »
We have 3 kids together. He wants to get them every other weekend and split holidays but he doesn’t have a license so I’m not sure what to do about him getting the kids.
You have two options to formalize your custody agreement. One is a custody agreement contract. The other is a consent order from the court. Every divorce, even if no disputes are litigated, is technically a lawsuit. You'd have to start the lawsuit first (read lots of formal legal paperwork),... Read more »
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 »
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