I paid for everything with promises to pay me back but never did. He stole my car and everything in my apartment was stolen. Not to mention the facts that he blacked me eye swollen shut for 3 weeks, busted my mouth open and made me strip so he could search me.
answered on Sep 21, 2023
Your story is incredibly sad and it sounds like you will be better off without this guy. You should contact an attorney in your area to represent you as you present complex facts. Generally, everything you bring into a marriage remains your separate property. Any bills you paid and incurred... View More 
I was dying on my death bed due to my blood going septic. Somehow he and his lawyer found out the hospital gave me fentanyl for the pain and ran with it. I was accused of being a drug addict without anyone proving anything or even giving me a chance to fight. I was in a extremely rough spot at the... View More
I am currently a resident of KY. My spouse & I lived in OH. I’ve previously tried to collect my belongings but was stopped by her & local police who advised I get a court order. My things are now being put out of storage on the property & I still cannot gather them. What are the... View More
I finally started divorce proceedings and filled out the paperwork for divorce, and throughout this whole process of our separation and divorce my soon to be ex-husband has been dodging service. He doesn’t show up to court dates so now that I finally turned in the paperwork and I’ve also... View More
My husband and I have been living apart for almost 5 years now. He lives in Pennsylvania and I live in Ohio he has physical custody of our son. I need help with getting a dissolution we share no assets. I need financial aid help in getting a dissolution. I have little to no money to do so. Since... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2023
The Wayne County Domestic Relations Court has resources for parties of modest means. Go to this URL https://www.waynecourtofcommonpleas.org/resources/domestic-relations-templates
You will need to submit the first 4 affidavits, a petition for dissolution, a poverty affidavit / motion to... View More
I'm 44, with mental and physical disabilities. she has been my 100% provider for 10 + years, we have 2 children. She has been denied twice I believe but now it goes to court.
answered on Sep 4, 2023
You need to get counsel ASAP. Appear at the first hearing and at least ask for a continuance so you can retain counsel. In order to get a DVCPO your wife will need to demonstrate by a preponderance of the evidence that there is sufficient evidence of immediate and present danger to her, her... View More
I recently discovered that she's planning to open a divorce case in California. My concern is that neither I nor my kids have ever visited the USA or plan to live there. We already have ongoing legal proceedings in 2 Countries where we lived all life. and still me and my kids living there... View More
Courts made their own journal entry for divorce based on an MOU we filed with the court. Parties were supposed to draft own entry but battled on the language and hidden items. Ex has appealed based on abuse of discretion, changes to agreement. She is battling a contingency clause she specifically... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2023
The time to file a relief from judgment would have been before an appeal was filed. Under these facts i do not think such a motion would be successful.
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answered on Aug 28, 2023
If you are facing a divorce and cannot afford an attorney, there are resources available to help you navigate the legal process. Many states have legal aid organizations that offer free or low-cost assistance to individuals who meet certain income criteria. These organizations can provide guidance... View More
I filed for divorce in October of 2020 and my husband didn't get an attorney nor file an answer until March 2021. My attorney charged me hourly and I just found out about defendants needing to respond in 28 days or there is a judgment by default. My husband was sent to prison for abusing me... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
Based upon your facts as stated, you may have an action against your former counsel. You have a one year statute of limitations to file. You should have your file reviewed by an attorney who specializes in malpractice. This forum is no substitute for hiring a lawyer.
My ex is active duty Army, and stationed in GA. Although we have a shared parenting plan, I have our children 90% of the time. Between school, sports, and extracurriculars working part time is hard enough. I worked part time for the entirety of our marriage (10 years), so that I could still parent... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2023
It is certainly possible for a court to impute income. It is at the court's discretion. You make compelling arguments as to the limits on your availability. There are many factors that can be considered by the Court.
In Ohio, child support is determined following state guidelines... View More
I have the necessary information (tax returns) to prove he is lying about his income. He has actually lied in all three affidavits. This is for a child support modification in Lorain County, Oh.
They have dragged this out for almost 6 years. I am now representing myself because I can no... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2023
You will need documentation to prove he lied. Then you will need to cross examine him regarding the questions he lied about , get him to confirm his affidavit answers then produce the conflicting documentation (assuming that you lay down appropriate foundation and can authenticate the exhibits.... View More
We have 2 children together and he got deported Feb 23rd, 2017
answered on Aug 14, 2023
Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult with a local divorce attorney who can explain the divorce process to you and how long it will take and what it will cost.
answered on Aug 12, 2023
There is not enough information to provide an answer. You should have the petition and affidavit in support reviewed by an attorney who regularly practices in that court
answered on Aug 12, 2023
No, TPO is for potential crime prevention. It is not a “crime “.
regards to me which I have never seen but has been 'scooted' past me for control and manipulation factors. I was told I can get a Revocation for my file.....Thank you.
answered on Aug 7, 2023
Just make out new POA documents, which will revoke all prior ones. You really want to create new potential proxies in the event something happens to you anyway. You can also write a simple statement revoking a specific person's proxy status effective as of a particular date, then send it... View More
My husband and I divorced, both are still on the deed to the house. Divorce decree states when I’m ready to sell we split the proceeds. He passed away and now his wife wants half the house in her name. The deed has survivorship rights. So I thought the house should go into my name. What trumps... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2023
Sign and record an affidavit of survivorship with a copy of the death certificate, per the survivorship deed. That will put the house into your name. There is no obligation to also put the house into her name, unless a court would order that, or unless the divorce decree already says that. But... View More
He redid the paperwork and said his lawyer said we come up with an amount not the judge
answered on Aug 3, 2023
All i can state based on the information provided is that you have a right to have the dissolution petition and proposed separation agreement reviewed by an attorney. You may certainly agree to anything you actually wish, however you really should have a local lawyer review your facts and the... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2023
It depends on whether the inheritance has been received, and where the spouse deposited it, and whether it became marital property. Talk to your divorce attorney or use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local divorce attorney who can review the circumstances of the inheritance and advise you.
I had our daughter in 2018 and me and him was not married we got married in 2021 she was diagnosed with Autism in 2020 and she's always with me he doesn't take care of her or anything even tho we live in the same home, he tells me to take her and move where I came from and he says a lot... View More
answered on Jul 29, 2023
The simple answer is if there is no Order in place, either of you could move. However, be aware that you could not file for divorce or a custody in that other state until you have resided there for at least 6 months and at least 90 days within the same county, due to the Uniform Child Custody... View More
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