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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Illinois on
Q: How do I get help filing a Qildro after my divorce has been finalized.

My ex said he had completed it and it was a lie. I was advised to get the Qildro started on my end. But I have no idea how to do that.

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Dec 16, 2024

Bring your divorce judgment to a family law lawyer for assistance. This is not a DIY project.

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Child Custody for Hawaii on
Q: Relocating with my daughter to a different state. Husband is emotionally, financially abusive and has been physically ab

Abusive in the past. He has threatened me with custody challenge divorce hasn’t started yet

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Ohio on
Q: How to start a uncontested divorce. We both agree on all property, debt, and child custody.

What paperwork do I need to start with. Weve been married for 4 years separated for about 2 years

Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Dec 16, 2024

If you've got everything set I'd recommend attempting a dissolution. Your county's domestic relation court will very likely have forms for this exact scenario that will allow you to dissolve your marriage if the two of you are indeed in full agreement.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Divorce for Hawaii on
Q: I’m relocating out of state Hawaii with daughter no divorce placed yet. Is this ok, husband knows I’m leaving

He is verbally, physically abusive, financially abusive and he has put my stuff out before and I’ve called the cops on him, my therapist knows of these incidents of abuse. I am afraid for our life now he says he wants custody what do I do because I’m packed to leave in a few days daughter is 3

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Virginia on
Q: Virginia pro se divorce question.

I submitted a complaint for divorce and final decree in Virginia. Spouse was served and has not responsed. On the complaint I asked for small settlement and possible future spousal support ( no current spousal). I didn’t include the settlement on the final decree just spousal. Judge issued... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for New York on
Q: Hi my name is glory-now we want to get divorce after 17 years.can I get the alimony? And the pension?Thank you!!
Howard E. Knispel
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Howard E. Knispel
answered on Dec 15, 2024

NY state does not have "alimony". It has spousal support or maintenance, which is limited and depends on the respective income and length of marriage. retirement accounts, including pensions, are property subject to equitable distribution. You may be entitled to a portion of the... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Is not wanting to divorce your spouse a reason for a contestant divorce?

My ex and I have been apart for fourteen years. We just haven’t divorced yet. I have the paperwork to file for divorce myself as a non-contestant divorce with no minor children. The problem is that I can’t get him to meet me and sign them to get them notarized. I didn’t want to pay thousands... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: My wife said if I want a divorce she will take everything she can from me and not let me see my daughter. Next step?

not sure how to proceed, she said she doesn't want a divorce but gave me an ultimatum to make it work.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 16, 2024

You should hire an experienced attorney who practices in the area of divorce law in or near the county where you reside ASAP.

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Maryland on
Q: Am I entitled to any portion of my house equity in a divorce in Maryland?

My husband and I bought a house 10 years ago. He put up the down payment (while I paid rent for 3 months while our house was being built). He also has paid the mortgage on the house the whole time. Until recently, he earned between 50% and 80% more than me. We did split a home refinance cost... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Domestic Violence for Michigan on
Q: My ex was arrested for Assault(x3) and domestic violence, wreckless driving. I need to keep the kids from her?

Domestic was on her new boyfriend, his ex and his parents.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Dec 18, 2024

Depends...were the kids present when this happened? Otherwise, she's got a criminal matter going on that doesn't necessarily have anything to do with the custody and parenting time at this point. If you have concerns about her parenting ability related to these charges, you should address... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Support, Divorce, Family Law and Insurance Bad Faith for Louisiana on
Q: is it legal for my ex to keep the money he claimed with my name for me from a “pain and suffering lawsuit” ?

while we were married my ex got his by a company van and his lawyer told him that him, me, and each of our kids would get paid for pain and suffering. we have since divorced. he kept my part of the money for himself.

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Washington on
Q: If our agreement contains nothing about my possible income, does my Ex has the right to lower the support payment?

I divorced 6 months ago. After 24 years of marriage. I was a housewife all those years. Ex husband and I signed an agreement that he would pay me spouse support before my death or until I remarry. Also, I raise our 9-year-old daughter. Spouse support does not cover all needs and I started work. My... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Child Custody for South Carolina on
Q: My husband was charged with cdv 6 months ago. He has taken our shared child out of state without my permission.

I let him get our child every other weekend since he is living with his sister and can be superviser. He took him out of state, after I told him not too, and lied about it. I have a fear that if he gets him again, he will not give him back. We go to court in a month for temporary relief for our... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Estate Planning and Family Law for California on
Q: Are the proceeds of a whole life insurance policy or the cash value considered community property post divorce?

Life insurance policy was not addressed in dissolution agreement. Policy was acquired during marriage, but the only 3 premium payments out of 10 were made while married, the rest were paid by separate estate of the insured post divorce. At the date of filing of separation, the cash value of the... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Dec 14, 2024

In California, life insurance policies acquired during marriage typically start as community property, but the specific circumstances you've described create some important nuances.

The fact that only 3 out of 10 premium payments were made during marriage, combined with the negative...
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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Civil Litigation for Missouri on
Q: Is a will after divorce legal

Can the divorced, former spouse execute the will above the wishes of next of kin, blood relatives( brother/sister).

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Arizona on
Q: What knd of divocre can I get n Tucson?

I need sume help

Rich J. Peters
Rich J. Peters
answered on Dec 13, 2024

Divorces are the same in every Arizona county. Every divorce basically will address the same topics:

1. Legal decision making

2. Parenting time

3. Child support

4. Spousal maintenance

5. Division of property

6. Division of debts

A...
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