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Q: Is there and additional waiting period to change from an at fault divorce to irreconcilable differences?
Albert Pettigrew, Jr.
Albert Pettigrew, Jr.
answered on Mar 18, 2014

An irreconcilable differences divorce pleading has to be on file for 60 days. If a fault based pleading is amended to irreconcilable differences it will relate back to the date of filing of the original complaint for divorce for purposes of satisfying the 60-days requirement.

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Q: Hi, I am being sued by my fiance's ex wife for alienation of affection...should I be concerned that I could be at fault?

My fiance was married to this woman at the time we re-connected, however he claimed the marriage was already in a state of decline. His ex-wife has been a stay at home mom for many years, not ever having gainful employment. I have been a very successful doctor, therefore I believe this woman is... View More

Bradley M. Glaze
Bradley M. Glaze
answered on Apr 21, 2011

Whether or not you will be found at fault depends on the facts of your case. However, alienation of affection is still an intentional tort for which your fiance's ex-wife may sue and recover in Mississippi. If you have not already done so, you should immediately seek the advice of an... View More

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Q: My ex owes me his tax refund for back child support. how do i find out if he filed taxes?
Albert Pettigrew, Jr.
Albert Pettigrew, Jr.
answered on Jun 7, 2011

If he is not cooperative, you will need to ask the court that ordered him to pay you the refund to hold him in contempt. If you have a judgment that has been enrolled in county or circuit court, you can obtain a writ of garnishment for the judgment and have it served on the bank where he has... View More

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Q: Where do i go to get divorce papers?
Albert Pettigrew, Jr.
Albert Pettigrew, Jr.
answered on Jun 7, 2011

Attorneys draft divorce petitions, agreements, and judgments. There are no official forms. There are also website such as legal zoom that help but they may not be able to identify your needs. Lastly, there is software you can buy. However, the best course would be to obtain help from an attorney... View More

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