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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: what do i need to do to get the 401K information of a participant/respondent in a divorce case?

the participant is the respondent in a divorce case and will not answer the divorce petition, subpoenas, or the attorney's phone calls. The attorney has reached out to the retirement provider, and they have said they can't give out any information without the participant's signature

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Michigan on
Q: How much will a divorce cost me with no children involved or bank accounts?

My wife abandoned our home in the State of Georgia in January 2021. She moved out of State. We did not have any kids or bank accounts together. I moved back to Michigan to help my aging parents in April 2023. Can I file for divorce while here in Michigan? We originally got married in Michigan... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: Florida: if i only have income of 10,000 and my spouse makes 76,000 yrly. What is normally fair alimony?
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answered on Dec 6, 2023

This is a complex question with many factors involved that you have not shared. Alimony is based on one party's financial need and the other party's financial ability to pay. You would need to justify why you are earning less than minimum wage which is approximately $25,000 annually. The... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Child Custody for Florida on
Q: How to deal with an ex that used to be an attorney and parenting time conflicts.

Below is our parenting time for the upcoming holiday:

The Father shall have the first half of the ·winter break in even years, which shall include Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The Mother shall have the second half of winter break in even years, which shall include New Years Eve and... View More

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answered on Dec 6, 2023

Yes, 12-29 is the trade day based on what you shared.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Florida on
Q: How do I get my name off the title to a car my ex wife was given in our divorce? She is non compliant with the issue.

I have a local family attorney. He won't touch it. I have asked a few more local attorneys, all have declined to represent. As for the divorce decree does not state specifically that my name must be removed, an enforcement order won't work. The local DMV told me to go get my car, but I... View More

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answered on Dec 6, 2023

If she will not cooperate then your remedy is to return to court on a motion for enforcement. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Divorce for Connecticut on
Q: Best way to protect myself from paying alimony when wife is "rich" but has 0 earning potential?

My wife is from a wealthy family, but has never worked herself. We married at age 41, but prior to then she lived off her monthly allowance. We have a prenup at her request, but if we are to divorce she has no way of earning for herself, and would have to either resort back to taking money from... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: Can a petitioner request a continuous

The petitioner for restraining order is trying to file a continuous

Tobie B. Waxman
Tobie B. Waxman
answered on Dec 5, 2023

If you mean, the person who is asking for the restraining order is seeking a continuance and you are the person to be restrained, yes they can ask for a continuance, but you can object to that continuance if you want to. (see Family Code §242)

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for New York on
Q: Can husband and I waive net worth statement for NY divorce if we both agree? No kids, we both work, and I earn much more

Can husband and I waive net worth statement for NY divorce if we both agree? No kids, we both work, and I earn much more. I consulted with a lawyer before that net worth statement is not required in NY, so how do I waive it? Or do I simply not submit net worth statement?

Lawrence Allen Weinreich
Lawrence Allen Weinreich
answered on Dec 6, 2023

The only way to do that is to have it in writing that you are each waving financial disclosure and the filing of a Net Worth Statement.

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Washington on
Q: If my vehicle is written into the divorce decree, is my ex required to pay me damages he intentionally inflicted?

Damages were inflicted intentionally prior to finalizing, however the vehicle is written into the decree and I am awarded the vehicle by default. Does this mean he will owe me for the damages he inflicted?

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: I wish to divorce my husband but he's not willing. Where or how do I start?

I need a low cost lawyer that can help me.

Tobie B. Waxman
Tobie B. Waxman
answered on Dec 5, 2023

You do not need his permission or consent to proceed with a divorce. You can file the petition and have him served. If he does not respond, you can proceed by default. In terms of finding a "low cost lawyer" - "low" is in the eye of the beholder. You'll need to make... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Idaho on
Q: Me and my ex recently broke up. I have a truck registered to my name but she is the loan holder. Can she take the car?

We recently broke up. And right now she is threatening to take my vehicle from me. The vehicle is registered in Idaho to my Name but the loan is under her name. Is she legally allowed to take the vehicle from me?

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Real Estate Law for North Carolina on
Q: what are my property rights after I file for seperation?

I purchased the house 3 years in 2008 before I married my wife. I recieved an inheritance and used the money to repair and pay off the house 2 years ago.

when I filed for seperation I left to visit family and friends around the country so she could find another place to live. She has since... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Arizona on
Q: I went through a divorce recently and the decree states for her to pay out a certain $$. Also it states to refinance.

If she is able to pay me out but not refinance, is she held in contempt? It also states to sell property if she can’t meet the court’s ruling. Please let me know, thank you!

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: Are the funds from the sale of inherited “personal” property sold during a marriage now joint or separate property?

We live in Texas in a home that I Inherited from my parents after we were married. The home was not completely paid for but came to me with the mortgage. I continued to pay that mortgage after I inherited the house. In Texas property acquired by gift or descent is considered “personal”, not... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: Where exactly do I put my personal trust assets, mutual funds, money markets and cash on FL-150 for divorce please
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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In California, when completing the FL-150 form for a divorce, it's important to accurately disclose all assets, including personal trust assets, mutual funds, money markets, and cash. These items should be listed under the section titled "Property, Assets, and Debts."

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Intellectual Property for California on
Q: Doing a divorce could property be sold or damaged
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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In a California divorce, the property can be sold or damaged, but there are legal implications to consider. During the divorce process, both parties typically have an equal right to use and control marital property. This includes the right to sell or dispose of property, but it must be done in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: If I have a trust set up in my name do I have to put that on the FL 150 in divorce proceedings
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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In California, when filling out the FL-150 form during divorce proceedings, you need to disclose all financial assets and obligations. This includes trusts, especially if you are a beneficiary or have any control over the trust. Even if the trust is set up in your name, it's important to list... View More

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