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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Where would i have to file for divorce if i lived in GEORGIA and she lived in Florida?? Thanks i’m advance for your time
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 31, 2023

You should speak directly with an attorney because there are facts that are missing from this question in order to give you an accurate answer.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: I need help with a family issue concerning DCFS
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 31, 2023

You should speak directly with an attorney for a consultation and discuss the issues in your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Representing myself in court Aug. 31st Gordon County for my 5yo daughter, Any advice? I file all documents myself

Greetings Good Day, Single father here. I need help. Do anyone know a good attorney probono to assist me in getting my 5yo daughter back in my home permanent residents.

I file all documents myself accepted by the court. need assistance in helping me retrieve background history on my ex to... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 26, 2023

There are no pro bono domestic attorneys. I would gather the funds to hire an attorney.

Q: How can I get a rehearing or appeal decision for involuntary tpr hearing or transfer case to the state I live in now?

My attorney withdrew at my tpr hearing but right were terminated. My kids attorney had excused absence. My kids were taken by cps because I kept reporting that I was domestically abused. I tried to flee abuse by moving to a different state where he located me 2 weeks after I arrived. Then, cps... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 26, 2023

I would advise you to have a consultation with an attorney. This isn't a place where you can get information on complex issues regarding a case that has already been adjudicated. See a lawyer in person and I would take a copy of my file with me.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Signed quit claim in GA. Divorce decree says I get 1/2 net proceeds. House pending. Do I go to settlement to get check

I called realtor and she wouldn’t talk to me

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 26, 2023

You should be able to be present at the closing. If you are not present, you will still receive your share of the proceeds, per the order of the Court.

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Hi from ga getting a divorce,& my name is on the deed.How & what is the process of my husband buying me out

Is buying someone out even a thing? And what comes 1st? The process of that or signing divorce papers

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 26, 2023

If you have been served with divorce papers, you should hire an attorney. They can assist you with obtaining your fair share of any real property. I would urge you not to sign anything representing yourself.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: wife owns house outright and had before we married. I have lived there 6 yearand have done all the upkeep. Can she sell

Can she sell house without my consent

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 26, 2023

Yes, she can sell the home. If you have made improvements that have increased the value of the home, you may be able to address that in a divorce.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: hi i want to take my daughter to puerto rico she lives with me (mother) im not married or in a relationship with her

father he just signed the birth certificate can i get a passport for her

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 19, 2023

You need the father's signature and consent for a passport. This information will be in the passport application.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: How to return to juvenile court on reconsidering guardianship?
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 19, 2023

I would advise you to seek a consultation with an attorney. Because no one can begin to give you advice based on the sentence you have posted on the board. Many more details are needed in order to provide an accurate response.

2 Answers | Asked in Child Support for Georgia on
Q: Question about child support

So my question is, if I get a new job and move abroad, should I report my income for the child support, and should I continue paying the child support when I’m abroad?

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 19, 2023

Moving out of the country doesn't dismiss any child support order already entered in your name. Yes, your child support is still owed and due.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: question about divorce

So I just received the divorce papers from the court, and I see that my wife stated in the reason for the divorce that all the credit cards she had were fraudulently obtained by me in her name and without her knowledge or consent, but the reality is she knew about it when we were together, so my... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 19, 2023

It is unclear what documents you're talking about signing. But my best advice would be to hire your own attorney to review all paperwork, even if this is an uncontested divorce. In her petition she could have made those allegations against you. If you disagree with any allegations made, you... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Support for Georgia on
Q: If My name is spelled wrong and I sign a document, is it legal?
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 19, 2023

You have not provided any information regarding what kind of document you are referencing. I would not sign anything where your name is incorrect.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on
Q: How to state that you are an only child in lawyer terms for a deceased parent.
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 15, 2023

If there is something specific you are attempting to fill out, you should speak to an attorney directly.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Is it legal for someone to record a conversation without permission
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 15, 2023

The admissibility of a recording is the issue and that will depend on several factors, as to whether the recording can be used in a court of law.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: My wife and I are getting a divorce she is leaving to live in Florida she wants to sign over her part of the home to he

Her daughter and leave the handicapped boy here can she do this

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 15, 2023

It would appear that you asked this question 3 times. See other responses.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: If my wife moves to Florida is that considered abandonment
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 15, 2023

If your spouse moves out of the marital residence and moves to the state of Florida, you may want to consider hiring an attorney to file for divorce on your behalf.

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: In a divorce If I am awarded the house with an active chapter 13 will the mortgage company let me assume the mortgage?

What route should I take ? I am worried about having a place to live .

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 15, 2023

You should consult a bankruptcy attorney directly to answer any questions you maybe have regarding chapter 13.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Getting a divorce my wife wants to sign over the home to her daughter can she do this without my consent

There's also a handicapped boy she has custody of she wants to leave him with her daughter army home

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 15, 2023

Neither party can transfer ownership to a third party that is in both your names. And anything she gets rid of prior to the filing of a divorce, if it was considered marital property, she may have to account for that at a later date.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Deadline to file Motion for New Trial in a divorce case - 20 or 30 days?
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 11, 2023

Motions for a new trial are very difficult to get granted and they require a lot of work. I would suggest hiring a very experienced appellate attorney to assist you in drafting and filing such a thing.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Georgia on
Q: hello i was wondering what type of lawyer i needed to contact for a mis-management of my DCFS case?

my children got taken into the states custody during the time being my husbands civil rights have been violated, and there has been severe mis-management of my case. there has been several things that the department has done wrong.

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jul 7, 2023

In the state of Georgia a parent involved in a deprivation case does not get a court appointed attorney. If you want an attorney you need to contact someone who handles juvenile cases as a parent attorney and discuss your case with them.

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