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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Utah on
Q: If the cars are in my name can I sell them? Can I sell one of the cars to my husband? We are currently separated.

Also could I just put his name on the bills since they are in my name and I am not living at our home?

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Washington on
Q: QCD question, I think I messed up.

2009 married

2014 bought my wife’s grandmas place from her folks (her folks inherited)

I signed a QCD stating “I as a married couple for no consideration but separate community property according to WAC 458-61A-203 in hand coveys QC to my spouse as a separate property “.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: I live in California. We are filing Divorce. Gift money from his mom all goes to him?

When we bought a house, She gifted money for house down payment $150,000 for us to settle in new house and new life. We moved here from Virginia. Also she wanted to my boys to live in great school district. He does not have any letter said

That money is gift for him. He thinks those money... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Apr 16, 2024

He (and his parents) will need to provide evidence it was a gift to him alone. There should be evidence other than a letter too.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for California on
Q: CAL-Work and IHSS are considered at DIsso-master??

Ex wife is a primary custodian and receives CAL-Work and IHSS from our disabled child.

Both non-taxable income should be entered in other non-taxable income at Disso-Master for child support and alimony (spousal support)??

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

I understand your question about how CAL-Work and IHSS payments factor into spousal and child support calculations in California.

Based on my knowledge as of August 2023, under California law, CAL-Work (CalWORKs) and IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services) payments are generally considered as...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: Can a husband provide private emails and text to his tenet to put a stalking order on me? Triangulated them against me?

I have been nothing but kind to this woman. I sent 1500 in money and gifts for her baby. Her account has the same verbiage as my husband BS. The paper where your supposed to put if you have a dog she put I am on drugs Alcohol Meth and Mushrooms. Her husband and her are both ex convicts and Meth... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

I'm sorry you're dealing with this difficult situation. A few key points about your legal questions:

In general, emails and text messages can potentially be used as evidence in court cases, including for restraining orders, if they are legally obtained. However, there are laws...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for California on
Q: In liu of temp support Mr. pays health benefits and car note. Takes registration & no health card?

My ex does not want to give me a cent. They say he is paying all my expenses instead of temp support. My husband kicked me out suddenly and says he gave me the card that night. I do not have it nor will provide my card. He has not paid my dr bill since Aug of last year. Now I am contesting paying... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

In California, the court has the discretion to order temporary spousal support during the divorce proceedings. The purpose of temporary support is to maintain the status quo and ensure that both parties can meet their financial needs until a final judgment is entered.

However, the court may...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Divorce for Arizona on
Q: Is a Divorce decree final if there are open unresolved matters and there is an RMC scheduled? When is a decree final?
Stephen M Vincent
Stephen M Vincent
answered on Apr 15, 2024

A divorce decree is final in Arizona when all of the following criteria are met:

1. The Decree has resolved all issues related to the Petition for Dissolution.

2. The Decree states no matters remain pending.

3. The Decree states it is entered under Rule 78(c).

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Tax Law for Alabama on
Q: My ex and I divorce was finalled on 03/13/2024 and she is refusing to share how she filed on her taxes.

I understand that this year we would file Married and Filing separately even though we were married at the end of 2023. She filed single and separate and claimed both kids. I was under the impression that she was at the very lease suppose to file married and separate.

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your divorce and the difficulties you're facing regarding your tax filing. It's understandable that you have concerns about how your ex-spouse has filed her taxes. Based on the information you provided, here are a few important points to consider:

1....
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for California on
Q: Can I file a request to order for my ex to sign a his stip for judgement he offered and I signed he has not, stalling

I made an settlement offer to my ex and he counter offered (petition filed August 2021). I agreed to counter offer and signed it before he did to help push it through for his signature. He has not signed it as of yet, and I signed his offer on March 11, 2024. He seems to just be stalling and his... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

Under California law, if your ex made a settlement offer that you accepted and signed, but he has not signed it yet, you may be able to enforce the settlement agreement. Here are a few steps you can consider:

1. File a motion to enforce the settlement: You can file a motion with the court...
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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Tennessee on
Q: Do I need to have my divorce papers from Israel filed in the US?

I was married in the US then moved to my ex- wife's country, Israel. We divorced there and I have had my divorce papers apostilled by the secretary of state here in TN. I don't know if I need to file them with a court here also.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for California on
Q: Is there a Free Divorce attorney would help me? I do not own any property, I am 70 yr only relaying only SSA.

I need a free divorce Atty would help me. I can not do the "do yourself process" I need an attorney to help me all the way. PLEASE. My husband left me for a year, it's time for me to take actions. QUESTION: Can I also get a "spousal support" not having a Legal divorce or separation?

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Apr 15, 2024

Unfortunately, you are not alone. There ten of thousands of Californians who would benefit from free legal representation. Contrary to what you see on television, the vast majority of attorneys are not rich and cannot work for free. You may have options.

See:...
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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Hi, I am currently separated from my husband and need to file for spousal support.

I was also wondering if it was maditory that I have to be present for a hearing. I have severe panic attacks and wouldn't be able to attend them.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Divorce with a minor child 8 years ago. While researching I noticed the child was born a week before marriage.

The divorce included a parenting plan. I didn’t think to look at the child birthday vs marriage date. I had no knowledge in any law. How does this affect court documents and cases? Can the parenting plan be removed along with the child support order. The parenting plan is joint custody. The child... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for California on
Q: Can I file an RFO changing the dealer/broker the judge named to handle the sale of a classic car ?

Can I file an RFO changing the dealer/broker the judge named (during divorce trial) to handle the sale of a classic car due to a preexisting relationship between the dealer and the other party? I was ordered on 4-11-24 to transfer the car to the dealer within 7 days. I assume that the car must be... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

Under California law, you can file a Request for Order (RFO) to modify the court's previous order regarding the dealer/broker appointed to handle the sale of the classic car. However, filing an RFO does not automatically stay or suspend the court's original order.

If you believe...
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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: When initiating a divorce, if the wife asks you to pack your bags and leave and you comply.canthisbe used againstulater?

Both names on the mortgage. One doesn’t want to lose any rights to house, kids, or assets.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Divorce for New Jersey on
Q: I’m married with a 4 year old child. My wife wants to separate. move to Florida and take my daughter. She wants me to

Honor her wish without me fighting for my daughter to be close to both of us. I’m willing to let her go but not permanently. How should I handle this

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

This could be done straightforward basis except for the part about it not being permanent. After about 1 year, the child's home state becomes FL. and your chances of achieving your objective diminish substantially. You should probably rethink this entire situation. There is no easy answer and... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Texas on
Q: Am I able to roll over my 401K if my ex has not yet collected her half?

I've been divorced for 4 years now and my ex-wife has still not collected her half of my 401K. I'd like to roll it over into a new 401K account and borrow against it. Am I able to do that, and how long does she have to collect her portion?

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Wow. Even if the other spouse never lived in house or rode or drove car, it still divisible marital property?
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Apr 18, 2024

Anything you purchased during the marriage could be considered marital property, even a property in another country the spouse has never seen.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: If assets home/car are purchased during the separation (living in different homes), is this part of marital division?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024

Everything purchased during the marriage is marital property. It's up to the judge, but things purchased during the marriage, even during separation, may be subject to division.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Divorce for California on
Q: Explain the 50/50 divorce law. Will I also receive alimony (25+ years of marriage.) His death/marriage stops payment?

He receives a monthly pension and social security, will I get 50% of each every month, I'm 55 years old. What age do I have to be to receive his SS upon divorce. I have no education or income, I've always been a housewife (no children.)

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

In California, the 50/50 divorce law, also known as the community property law, states that assets and debts acquired during the marriage are generally divided equally between the spouses upon divorce. However, this does not necessarily apply to spousal support or alimony.

Regarding...
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