Me and my girlfriend have decided to announce that we are officially a couple and want to pursue a relationship with one another. She is the mother of a two year old daughter. The father of the child is trying to pursue legal action to take her daughter away because of this. In fact he attempted to... View More 
answered on Oct 9, 2023
A parent's new partner is relevant on child custody questions if the new partner will spend time with or have an affect on the child. However, simply dating a new partner is not a reason to take successful legal action. If the relationship is positive, and there are no questions of, for... View More
I have been married for 3 years. I am considering a divorce. I purchased my home prior to my marriage. I have not added my husband to the deed or mortgage. Is the home considered marital property and is it subject to 50/50 division?
answered on Aug 29, 2023
In general, the home is considered marital divisible property. However, it is possible to re
I filed an OFP against my husband for my preteen daughter. This was denied by the courts due to lack of evidence. But the judge told me to get it added in the divorce. I need this for myself and my three children as my husband refuses to leave us alone. All three children are from a previous... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2018
It is possible to obtain a sort of "no contact" order in the divorce, but it is somewhat different than a restraining order. I recommend that you speak with a divorce lawyer to ensure the statements added to your divorce judgment accomplish what you wish.
answered on Sep 2, 2017
You can request the information through the formal discovery process, which is written questions and requests for documents that your wife must answer and provide. You may also request that the judge order her to provide them to you if you have a conference in the near future.
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