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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Will I get the house in divorce in Kentucky with an EPO on my husband?

In the process of divorcing my husband in Kentucky, I currently have an Emergency Protective Order against him due to his assault on our minor children. The house we live in is solely in his name. Will the court likely grant me the house in the divorce, considering these circumstances?... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 16, 2025

Not necessarily. All the assets and debts will have to be identified and valued. If you reach an agreement with your spouse that you get the house, then you likely will. If you are expecting the Court to award you the house just because you have a DVO and are currently living in it, that very... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: How should we structure the agreement to ensure the child support is legally valid?

My spouse and I are currently separated, and we are in the process of filing for divorce in Kentucky. We have a child custody order from a Virginia court, but we do not want to include child support in the Kentucky divorce filing. Both of us is currently looking for jobs but not working , and we... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 16, 2025

You would use language confirming that both of you have made full disclosure of all income and asset and that you have consulted the Kentucky Child Support Guidelines. You would also say that based on the agreement of the parties, neither party shall pay child support at this time and that the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce, Criminal Law and Family Law for California on
Q: Can I move back to Ohio with my daughter during divorce?

I am a stay-at-home husband, a veteran with 100% permanent and total disabilities, earning $50,000 a year. My wife works part-time, and I cover all living expenses. We moved to California six months ago temporarily to stay with my wife’s parents, but our home and my insurance are still based in... View More

Tobie B. Waxman
Tobie B. Waxman
answered on Mar 15, 2025

Since no one has filed anything yet and therefore there are no court orders, you are free to move wherever you want. Since you have both lived here (CA) for at least 6 months, Mom can likewise, file here in CA and get custody orders in place, forcing you to bring the child back to CA from Ohio.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Can police allow husband with domestic violence indictments to take my belongings and firearms during divorce?

I filed for divorce, and it is currently pending in court. My husband, who has two indictments for domestic violence, initially took most of the household items with police assistance, leaving only the basic furniture. Later, I was informed by dispatch that he would return with two officers to... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 15, 2025

No, police do not have the authority to allow your husband to take your firearms and personal property. They are only authorized to do a “civil standby” to prevent violence when your spouse is removing firearms and personal property he claims as his.

In your pending divorce case, you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law and Landlord - Tenant for Arkansas on
Q: How to legally compel husband to leave home in non-contested divorce?

I am filing for a non-contested divorce from my husband due to financial deceit and emotional abuse. I discovered he does not own the property he claimed and he refuses to contribute to living expenses. He has also become emotionally abusive, and despite owning the house in my name for 7 years... View More

Richard Lane Hughes
Richard Lane Hughes
answered on Mar 14, 2025

You need to file your divorce complaint or proceeding and seek the assistance of the court. That is, as long as he is not being abusive or threatening. The police are very reluctant to get involved in domestic matters unless and until there is clear proof of abuse, usually physical, by one of the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Tax Law for California on
Q: Alimony obligation after job loss but with assets in California.

Does my ex have to continue paying alimony if he lost his job but has several million in stocks, savings, etc., while I make $16,000 per month? The divorce and alimony agreement were finalized in California.

Tobie B. Waxman
Tobie B. Waxman
answered on Mar 14, 2025

A court order is a court order and must be complied with until it is modified or otherwise replaced with a new court order. When someone who is subject to a support order loses their job, it is their burden to go to court to get relief; to get a new court order that reflects their current... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Civil Rights and Contracts for New York on
Q: Can I press charges against my ex-spouse for placing cameras without consent in Buffalo, NY?

I live in Buffalo, NY, and am currently divorced but still living with my ex-spouse. I'm in the process of moving out, and we jointly own the property. He has placed cameras both inside and outside the house without my consent and is recording me. I've discussed my concerns with him, but... View More

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answered on Mar 14, 2025

It appears you are in the middle of a divorce and still living together.

First, I would request my Judge issue an order that there be no cameras or recording in the home or property.

If the camera's do not go away, you have a Court order you can move to enforce of bring on a...
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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Civil Rights and Contracts for New York on
Q: Can I press charges against my ex-spouse for placing cameras without consent in Buffalo, NY?

I live in Buffalo, NY, and am currently divorced but still living with my ex-spouse. I'm in the process of moving out, and we jointly own the property. He has placed cameras both inside and outside the house without my consent and is recording me. I've discussed my concerns with him, but... View More

Stephen Bilkis
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answered on Mar 16, 2025

I understand that this situation is distressing, especially as you are still living with your ex-spouse while trying to move out. In New York, the legality of placing cameras inside and outside a shared home without consent depends on factors such as expectation of privacy, ownership of the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Child Custody for Texas on
Q: Ex-husband made medical decisions without informing me despite 50/50 conservatorship and divorce terms.

My divorce was finalized in December 2023, and I was served with temporary orders in September 2024. Today, I discovered my ex-husband made medical decisions, specifically vaccinating our children, without informing me. We have 50/50 conservatorship, and the temporary orders state that the children... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 13, 2025

Ordinarily, during a parent’s time of possession, that parent can independently make medical decisions for the child which do not require invasive procedures like surgery. So either parent can consent for a child to vaccinations during that parent’s time of possession.

The exception is...
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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for New York on
Q: How does a judge finalize divorce without defendant's affirmation signature?

How does a judge finalize a divorce without the defendant signing the Affirmation of Defendant in an action for divorce? The defendant was dissatisfied with the stipulation of settlement as he sought legal fees from the plaintiff, but the defendant's attorney ignored this request, and the... View More

Stephen Bilkis
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answered on Mar 13, 2025

I understand that you have concerns about the finalization of the divorce without the defendant’s affirmation signature, especially regarding the defendant’s dissatisfaction with the settlement and the request for legal fees. In New York, while the process of finalizing a divorce is generally... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Child Custody, Libel & Slander and Appeals / Appellate Law for New York on
Q: False abuse claims affect my custody in NY. How to report perjury?

I am going through a messy divorce in New York, where my ex-spouse took our child and made false statements against me in family court, claiming abuse and deprivation of basic rights, which were untrue. I have text messages and social media pictures proving otherwise, but I discovered this evidence... View More

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answered on Mar 13, 2025

I understand how difficult and frustrating this situation must be, especially when you feel that false allegations have negatively impacted your custody arrangement. In New York, false abuse claims can significantly affect custody decisions, and it’s important to address any perjury or defamation... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Estate Planning, Probate and Personal Injury for Tennessee on
Q: How to challenge a will amendment after husband's passing in TN?

I was married to my husband, Robert Edwin Atchley, for 37 years until he passed away during surgery. Since his passing, I've faced hostility from his family, who have stated I'm no longer recognized as part of the family and have refused to support me financially, despite my ongoing... View More

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Mar 13, 2025

In the State of Tennessee, a will must have signatures from 2 witnesses that will attest that the person is of sound mind and body. Some of the better wills have a notary sign off on the person's signature and the two witnesses. An amendment to a will is a codicil. For a codicil to be... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Social Security and Family Law for California on
Q: Can I modify alimony payments due to retirement and health issues at age 72?

I’m 72 years old and recently retired due to health reasons after suffering a stroke in 2023. I have been paying alimony for 21 years following a divorce finalized in Riverside County on 11/12/2004. My former spouse, who is now around 70 and was self-employed, chose not to remarry. She is... View More

Samantha Schales
Samantha Schales
answered on Mar 12, 2025

In general, the change in your income would be considered a change in circumstances by the court. This should allow you to file a Request for Order to modify spousal support. You can inform the court of your new income and your former spouse's ability to collect Social Security derivative... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Child Custody for Arizona on
Q: How to consent to added detail in dissolution with minor in AZ without mediation?

I am in the process of a dissolution with a minor in Arizona. The respondent recently added a small detail in her response, stating that the minor children, who are to be split 50/50 between us, can choose to stay with their mother if they are sick. I have no issues with this addition and am... View More

Rich J. Peters
Rich J. Peters
answered on Mar 12, 2025

Mediation might be a very simple method of reaching a final agreement including this term. Although I do not know who you are meeting with as a mediator, if it is with the court, they are likely to draft a consent decree for your signature at that very meeting. However, one way to avoid mediation... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Real Estate Law for Colorado on
Q: Can I remove my ex-wife's name from deeds of jointly owned lots in Colorado after our 1990 divorce?

I jointly own some town lots with my ex-wife after our divorce in 1990. I want to know if there's a way to remove her name from the deed, considering I've been paying the taxes on them for 30 years and their estimated value is around $1,000. There haven't been any court orders or... View More

Christopher N. Little
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Christopher N. Little
answered on Mar 11, 2025

You ask an excellent question!

I am assuming that you acquired these properties with your ex-wife after the divorce was complete. Since you have been paying taxes for about 30 years, I am guessing that the properties were purchased around 1995 (about 5 years after you stated the divorce was...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Virginia on
Q: Do I need a signed separation agreement for divorce in VA?

I have been separated from my spouse for 6 months. We don't have children or any assets to divide. I intend to start the divorce process in court, but I do not have a signed separation agreement because my partner is not responding to my emails. I'm under the jurisdiction of Stafford... View More

James H. Wilson Jr.
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answered on Mar 11, 2025

The required separation period for a no-fault divorce in Virginia is 1 year. If the parties have a signed written separation agreement, and no minor children born or adopted of the marriage, the required separation period is reduced to only 6 months. Ideally, a separation agreement is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Divorce and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: How can we dissolve a prenuptial agreement signed in Louisiana?

My husband and I want to dissolve our prenuptial agreement, which was signed in March 2009 in Louisiana. We both agree to dissolve it but cannot find the original document, and the attorney who helped us has retired. Both parties are willing to sign a specific document to dissolve the prenup. What... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 10, 2025

Short version is that I highly recommend that you hire an attorney to prepare the paperwork to make sure it is done correctly as at some point in time in the future you do not want to have someone go back and say the agreement is void or not enforceable because it was not done correctly. If I... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Child Support and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can my ex-wife request child support after initially declining it?

I divorced my ex-wife in September 2024. During the child support hearing in August 2024, she told the court she didn't want child support, and later declined my offer, saying it wasn’t enough. She informed me she filed for child support in January 2025, even though I haven't received... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 10, 2025

Yes, she can but she can only receive child support from the date of (new) filing. Also, the reason(s) she declined child support before may be relevant to the child support amount moving forward----my recommendation is that you at least have a sit down consult with a lawyer in your area to... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Can I force the sale of a joint property in Florida during a pending divorce?

I am currently going through a divorce that was filed in Canada, and we jointly own a property in Florida. The property is held in joint tenancy, and my spouse has been residing there for the past three months while I am in Canada. There are no existing agreements or court orders regarding the... View More

Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Mar 10, 2025

To a certain degree it will surely depend on what you divorce decree states, I would encourage that you reach an amicable resolution and compromise as it relates to the property (buyout, refinance or agree to sell the property0, if none of that can be attained, then you will be stuck with a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Can a non-resident petition for divorce in FL with property involved?

I am a non-resident of Florida attempting to petition for divorce from my spouse who has lived in Florida for less than 6 months and refuses to acknowledge the divorce. We have no children, but there is a jointly owned house in West Palm Beach, Florida. I have initiated the divorce process in... View More

Michael Ferrin
Michael Ferrin
answered on Mar 10, 2025

You can file in Florida but not until she has been in Florida for at least 6 months. You can try and file it sooner than the 6 months if there would be no other jurisdiction that could address the divorce, but to be safe you would want to wait the 6 months if you can.

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