I served my spouse with divorce papers over 60 days ago and she did not file an answer nor did she complete the parenting class. The court clerk told me that I could file a motion for pleadings but the judge denied it because my spouse did not file the parenting class certificate. Do I need to file... Read more »
answered on Aug 4, 2022
If there is a standing order, you can file a motion for contempt if the standing order states that he is to take the parenting seminar.
She did not answer the divorce complaint. That was over 45 days ago. I have since filed a motion for pleadings and a proposed final judgement but I am unsure if the court will accept it because I did not include it in the initial packet that was served to her.
answered on Aug 2, 2022
If she did not file an answer, the judge is not going to just sign a divorce decree. The judge likely will set the case for a final trial and the judge will decide the terms of the divorce after that trial. So, no, you don't have to serve her with a proposed decree.
I am going through a divorce and we have been separated for 4 years. I purchased the home 2 years ago and because she took my children recently and the car I have no choice but to sell. Does she need to at closing even if she has nothing to do with the home?
answered on Jul 26, 2022
If the home is classified as "marital property," then your ex-wife will have a "fair," equitable interest in the home. Thus, your ex-wife will likely have a say in how the home is liquidated/sold. If the home is classified as "separate property," then she will have no... Read more »
Wife was awarded house as long as she could have it refinanced out of my name within 15 months of the judge's signature. After which she would have 30 days to leave the residence. 30 days is coming on and we're on 60 days now question is those certain assets like fencing and all... Is she... Read more »
answered on Jul 24, 2022
The answer to this depends on the specific language in your final divorce documents. You need to consult with an attorney who can review the documents and then give you advice.
Prev counsel issues. Huge mistakes. Custody battle. Dad filed emerg hearing, then not allowing Mom any visits, contempt. Moms atty never filed anything or req. f/up. Def-mom Confronted atty and atty withdrew. 4 days later hearing sched for TODAY 7/14 at 1!! Mom s/w new counsel, trying to gather $... Read more »
answered on Jul 14, 2022
You cannot contact the court ahead of time. You can go to court and ask for a continuance for the reasons you stated. You should try to hire an attorney immediately so if the case is reset for a short time from now they can be fully prepared.
answered on Jul 12, 2022
If a fee is nonrefundable, there isn't anything "left over" and the full fee is earned by the attorney when paid. When attorneys accept a case, they immediately start working on its, and they are precluded from representing any adverse party to the client. They are allowed to... Read more »
It also has the signature of the officeint. I have a pic if you could look at it pleasei can blur the names out of the document
answered on Jul 11, 2022
Someone looking at a marriage license isn't going to be able to tell you if he's married. It's possible he divorced after the marriage.
This statement when does 15months start and end? Final decree was signed march 15, 2021. Does March count as a month since there was more than half a month left if not when is the end date
My Lawyer and my ex Lawyer is Facebook friends, It appears like they are good friends.
I would expect my Lawyer to tell me something about this,
Isn't this violating Lawyer ethic laws?
please read
https://www.tlnt.com/the-problem-when-attorneys-become-facebook-friends-with-a-litigant/
answered on Jul 8, 2022
This does not violate any ethics laws. Most attorneys have attorney friends and as long as it doesn't impact the representation, it doesn't matter.
Husband has genital warts and never told me. Once he did I asked him if it was serious and he said he didn’t know he didn’t ask questions when he was diagnosed. Then after 4 years he told me
answered on Jul 1, 2022
You may be able to sue for negligence or battery if your husband should have known or did know he had the STD, but neglected or intentionally chose not tell you, and then you contracted the STD from him. However, these types of lawsuits are complicated and you will likely have an issue with spousal... Read more »
My filing was rejected "Rejected because this needs to be filed in the state and county where the defendant lives. Will not serve outside of county."
answered on Jun 26, 2022
No, you cannot file Georgia divorce papers in Ohio. Also, it is possible to file for divorce here even if your spouse does not live here. Contact an attorney for assistance.
(continued) name. My husband at the time of birth was not present and lived in another state. Did the hospital legally have to provide paperwork to me (mother) to prove that my husband was not the father and so that the child can take the biological father’s last name?
answered on Jun 22, 2022
If you were married, the child was not born out-of-wedlock, so the child is considered legitimate and the child of your husband. The hospital does not have to prove otherwise.
We have joint custody and he has say over her and our 6vyr old school and stuff and I have say over the 15 and 4 yr old school. And stuff she's 13 and wants to be with me and she doesn't need any help she's doing fine but he's threatening to put her away and I won't allow... Read more »
answered on Jun 14, 2022
I am not sure what you mean by "put away." If there is joint physical custody, then you and your ex-husband have equal physical custody rights that would be established by the parenting plan. Thus, your ex-husband cannot unilaterally infringe on your physical custodial rights without a... Read more »
I am in GA and have been trying since the end of Oct 2021 to get divorced from my husband who I have a TPO against for a year. I have no more money to pay and will file Pro Se. We have no minor children and the only thing I wanted in my original request is a divorce (which I paid upfront for a... Read more »
answered on Jun 8, 2022
Unequivocally tell your attorney you want to fire him/her. At that point, the attorney should file a motion to withdraw with the Court. Further, it is good practice for your attorney to draft a termination letter and for you to review and sign. However, the termination letter will not be filed with... Read more »
It says Under Special conditions: The parties agree that the following special conditions apply to this Parenting Plan and equally to the parties.
It then lists A-P stipulations. on line P. The Mother shall exercise her parenting time with the children in the State of Georgia. Then it... Read more »
answered on Jun 3, 2022
We would need to see this to really understand what is going on. Nothing should have been done behind your back. Were you working with an attorney for your case? It shouldn’t have been approved without you reading it over and agreeing to it.
answered on May 24, 2022
I am not exactly sure what you mean by "divorce separately from my childs [sic] father's rights." If you are married to the child's father and seeking to divorce him, then the child's father will have to be a party to the divorce action and child custody will be handled in... Read more »
My x convinced his parents to call DFCS bc he thought I was on drugs (really bc he later learned I had started dating someone)
His parents are millionaires (truth) and managed to get temporary custody now refusing to give her back bc they don’t like my boyfriend
Judge said I... Read more »
answered on May 6, 2022
It does sound like you have a lot going on. You should consult with an attorney who can review the case in detail and provide you with guidance. If you can’t afford an attorney try contacting Legal Aid to see if you qualify for assistance.
I called dfcs for assistance and explained how I had nothing and nobody to help me after losing my car and having to quit my job no daycare choices for my hours. Mentally I became worse the more they tries to "help" to where I responded I rather die before you continue embarrassing me.... Read more »
answered on May 6, 2022
You have a lot going on here. You should consult with an attorney who can review the facts of the case in detail, help you sort it all out, and provide you with guidance.
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