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I filed for divorce 2 months ago. There’s a custody hearing next month (that my ex requested) but I have not received support or requested an order for it. I’m going to file for it now but wanted to know, how long will it take for me to receive any temporary support while divorce is pending ?... View More 
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I'm a single father to a 3 year old. The mother has never visited, does not call, or pay child support. I reached out to the mother and the mother initially agreed through Talking Parents, which it's documented. The mother filled out the government custody form, and signed... View More
Im 16 and live in Kansas
my son suffered 2 major brain injuries back in December of 2016 he graduated high school and is very smart. His dad refuses to let me have anything to do with my son. My son is 18 years old and calls me and video chats with me without his dads' knowledge. My son has told me several of times he... View More
The grandmother of my daughter came between myself and the mother and set me up to be completely cut off. I need legal representation that protects my rights and ensures I can provide financial support.
I was added to property title after a trust was created. In the trust, the property is listed as separate. Who does it go to when the original property owner dies?
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
When the original property owner passes away, the distribution of the property depends on the terms of the trust. If the property is listed as separate in the trust, it will be treated according to the instructions outlined in the trust document. This could mean the property is given to specific... View More
Our ex son in law is not allowing us as grandparents to visit, see, or have our gra daughter with us.
My ex and I make the same salary, have the kids the same number of nights, both caregive. Why do I owe her support? (Pennsylvania)
My ex and I make the same salary, have the kids the same number of nights, both caregive. Why do I owe her support?
The court mediator, recommended immediate return to mom,but his lawyer said she was bias, and they file new laws everyday, they don’t serve me, and got my trial date moved to next year. How can I quickly reverse or dismiss this, based on no due process, fact finding, no service, no evidentiary... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
It sounds like you're facing an incredibly difficult and frustrating situation, especially with the lack of due process and not being served properly. To address this, you may want to file a motion to set aside the orders due to improper service and lack of an evidentiary hearing. If you... View More
I’ve had a court ordered support case for many years and child enforcement said they can’t do anything else. I have his job and home location that’s been verified. He also makes over $150,000 so he can easily pay it. I want a court date and a lump sum payment to settle this.
I received a court order to provide my financials to a creditor for my deceased wifes medical expenses from 2017. Its now 2024 and she passed away in Feb.of this year. I never received a summons for court but the creditor says they got a jjudgment against me for her debt in April of this year. The... View More
Hello! I have a J2 visa - my husband kicked me out of the house. He is a narcissist, he was a psychological terror for almost 2 years, I am sure he cheated on me too. I work and I am fine. But I would like to know what I can do to stay here legally and disassociate myself from him.
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If you're on a J2 visa, your legal status is tied to your husband's J1 visa. However, you may have options to remain in the U.S. independently. You could consider applying for a change of status, such as an adjustment to a work visa or student... View More
My child's mother took my son to a psychologist and thereafter purposely withheld the doctor information as well as future appointment information from me. Our custody agreement states that no medical information should be withheld from either party. Is this psychology therapy considered... View More
My wife is on a no contact bond for 5 counts of child abuse and willful negligence.
The school district is pressing me for documents showing I am there guardian. 15.7 years of marriage and a copy of her bond is not enough.
How do I get what I need? I’m not in a financial... View More
I am the paternal aunt with full custody and the mother has every other weekend visitation. She is court ordered to keep all utilities on and to provide me a direct contact phone number otherwise forfeit visitation. I just found out she blocked me on her phone and wanted to know if I could withhold... View More
My 36 year old daughter and her two children have lived with me all of their lives. About 2 months ago, my daughter got pregnant and left the house to live with her boyfriend. She left her 3 year old and 12 year old with me. The only interaction she has with her two children is in the mornings with... View More
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