This property was purchased during marriage but judge did not hold it as "marriage assets ". As purchaser filed for divorce. Is there a time limit
I need to know if he Can do this because I’m in treatment & he has done this ever since we found out about the reoccurrence in my bones last holiday season. I’ve been back in treatment since then & this is constant. I can’t argue with him in case he actually does this. Thanks
answered on Sep 25, 2022
The court cannot interfere in a marriage unless someone files for divorce or separation. So, he can take you off his insurance. The fact that he had threatened to do that while you are battling this illness probably tells you what should happen next. You should speak to an attorney immediately... Read more »
No one has filed for divorce yet and we have no children.
answered on Sep 25, 2022
Yes. Courts don't interfere in marriages unless a divorce or separation case has been filed.
We were married in Pgh and divorced in Pa. My Ex is a Pilot with AA , he keeps saying it’s almost done, and other things to worry me, I thought alimony ended after 7 yrs . How do I find out?
answered on Sep 23, 2022
You have to get a copy of your divorce decree and / or settlement and it will tell you.
in case spouse is hiding assets.
answered on Sep 13, 2022
There aren't really rules when married. If you think a spouse is hiding assets, you can't force them to disclose unless or until you file for divorce.
I am 65 and on a fixed income. I have lived in Savannah, GA since December 2018
Initially filed a Petition for Annulment against my ex-spouse after finding out that he is still married in Nigeria and I petitioned for him to immigrate to the US
I was also in an abusive relationship with domestic violence involved. I filed a restraining order against the defendant prior... Read more »
Can my address be redacted? I do not want my spouse to know where I am living out of fear he may cause me harm if he knows my address. I have not seen nor talked to him in 4 years and will be filing with publication.
answered on Aug 31, 2022
He has to be able to have an address to answer the complaint if he sees it and send to you. You can use a PO Box for the Summons and you don't have to lost your address on the petition.
I am getting divorced. I want to take the air conditioner but they are refusing because it was bought under their credit but I paid for it in full. Would I be legally allowed to take the item?
answered on Aug 30, 2022
This is personal property that is marital property and must be determine in the terms of your divorce, either by agreement or by a judge's order.
We still live together and have sex at times there is no infidelity or abuse or anything out of the norm we just cannot seem to see things as a unit
answered on Aug 31, 2022
Georgia law requires the parties to a divorce action to live in a "bona fide state of separation" before filing for divorce. There is no exact timeframe of separation required. Because you are still having sex and living with your husband, you might not meet this standard and therefore... Read more »
Divorce final for a year, alimony was set at 4 years (negotiated) + higher child support. I have 50-50 with daughter (10) and primary on son (15). She refuses to obtain life insurance as in decree and is completely living out of her means with no attempt to better herself or get a job.... Read more »
answered on Aug 27, 2022
Whether alimony can be modified is evaluated by how your Final Judgment and Decree of Divorce is written. You must have an experienced attorney review it and advise you accordingly.
Additionally, if your ex-wife is not following the Decree, you have the right to pursue action against her... Read more »
Thank you for your help.
answered on Aug 25, 2022
You will likely need to consult a Virginia lawyer because your wife resides in Virginia. A Georgia court can grant a divorce if either party has resided in Georgia for six months. However, a Georgia court cannot award attorney's fees, alimony, or any property outside of Georgia if the Georgia... Read more »
Old case he had custody I paid child support new case I have custody I am still paying him cs the cs Dept says my new order doesn’t say to stop the enforcement so they can continue to enforce is this legal?
answered on Aug 18, 2022
Yes. If the new order does not contemplate child support, then the prior order would be binding as to child support. You would need to file a child support modification petition to have the child support changed.
Which it will take 2-3 months to kick in. Do I have to pay alimony the in between time? Or she can wait? Also, what wording can I use to just have them wait until military pay's them directly?
answered on Aug 17, 2022
October 1st means October 1st. She doesn't have to wait.
Her spouse has answered the filing and the final hearing is scheduled for September 12th. She is however incarcerated so she can't attend. The courts will not offer any instruction and everything I have read states an attorney must file the motion requesting she not be required to attend? Is... Read more »
answered on Aug 17, 2022
She needs an attorney. If the case has been set for a hearing, and she does not appear, the divorce case will be dismissed. Some counties will not allow for a divorce to be finalized unless an attorney files a specific motion and affidavit.
Been together 10 years and married for 2.
answered on Aug 18, 2022
Parties to a divorce can agree to almost anything. However, child support is for the benefit of the child and cannot be waived by either parent. You may be able to show that it is in the best interest of the children to stay in the home in exchange for the Husband to not pay child support. However,... Read more »
I have all my paperwork prepared just need my husband to sign the paperwork in front of the notary. I've asked at least 3 times and he is ignoring me. Can I sign where I need to notarize and file without him signing?
answered on Aug 18, 2022
You can unilaterally file a petition for divorce and then serve your husband with the petition in accordance with Georgia Law.
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