answered on Oct 17, 2013
If I am understanding your question correctly, you are filing a response to your spouse’s petition. If your spouse has misstated information in his petition, be sure to address the misstatements in your response. There is no need to make corrections on the face of his petition as it has already... View More 
I paid my father's mortgage during marriage but was reimbursed in cash by my him. My wife has photocopies of checks that I paid. Now we are divorcing and she says she is entitled to half of that money.
Since my reimbursement was in cash I can not prove it. Does she have a right to that... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2013
California is a community property state. Upon divorce, each spouse is entitled to half of all property acquired during marriage. This applies to income earned during marriage, as well as debts and obligations incurred. Various factors may still exist that may protect your rights to the reimbursed... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2013
California is a community property state. All property acquired during marriage is considered part of the community estate and must be equitably divided at divorce. This applies to retirement assets acquired during marriage. The amount you are eligible to receive depends on numerous factors such as... View More
The family legal department at the court house said they were unsure if I had to have them professionally served or if I could serve them through a friend who will be traveling there soon. They could not give me a definitive answer. I don't even have the money to pay for the divorce, let alone... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2013
Serving an individual in another country is a complicated issue. Specifically, international treaties may apply, and some countries may object to certain methods of service. Thus, the method of service will depend on the country of service. I understand that finances may be of concern; however, if... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2013
Although it is possible to divorce without an attorney, it is beneficial to seek the assistance of an attorney to assure that your rights are protected. Specifically, an attorney has experience in negotiating issues such as property division, spousal support, and child custody. Also, an attorney... View More
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