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Judge ordered OP's attorney serve proposed order for my approval, but she didn't do it. she filed it without my knowledge and judge signed on it. The FOAH contains OP's fabricated orders. I want to request the court to sanction against the attorney directly. As far as I know, Family... View More 
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
Based on the situation you've described, it appears that the opposing attorney may have violated court procedures by filing a proposed order without serving it to you for approval as directed by the judge. This is a serious matter that could potentially be grounds for sanctions. Here are some... View More
My ex is retired military. DFAS will not enforce because of the 10/10 rule. We we married for 6 years opposed to 10 years. When our son graduated high school 2022 he stopped payments and evades attempts to contact. I also do not think he was paying half before. I have no way to verify this.
answered on Jun 26, 2024
You need to hire a Texas attorney in or near the county where your divorce decree was entered to enforce the property division set forth in the Decree. If your spouse was ordered to pay monthly, was paying monthly, then stopped, you have two years from the date of the first missed payment to file... View More
Marriage was 8 years but because I found letter from lawyer saying I was not divorce till final judgement was filed. I thought that I could file for survivor benefits. Ex husband is now deceased. SSA denied the claim because SSA is going by the judge date of 5-2-82 court date of dissolution. Is... View More
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answered on Jun 26, 2024
This is a complex situation that involves the intersection of family law and Social Security Administration (SSA) rules. Let's break it down:
1. Final Judgment Date: The final judgment of dissolution was issued on 8-17-2006.
2. Judge's Signed Date: The judge signed the... View More
My husband verbally abused me and manipulated me
answered on Jun 26, 2024
Tennessee allows for a divorce on grounds of irreconcilable differences if the spouses agree on all the terms of a divorce and sign a marital dissolution agreement.
In the absence of your spouse's agreement, you may have to prove fault. Whether the verbal abuse and manipulation... View More
The house is only her name and was purchased during our marriage three years ago, but she says that I signed a paper upon moving in saying that I would not take half of the house if divorce were to happen. We both have bad credit and no savings. I don’t know what my options are because I am... View More
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answered on Jun 26, 2024
Based on the situation you've described, here are some key points to consider and potential options:
1. Property division in California:
California is a community property state, meaning assets acquired during marriage are generally considered joint property, regardless of... View More
Good morning. In the state of Florida if i need to separate from my husband and he makes more than twice what I make,
can there be a legal separation agreement that will provide me with support for living expenses until the divorce can be processed and finalized?
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answered on Jun 25, 2024
There is no legal separation in the State of Florida. If you wish to seek support from your Husband without filing a petition for divorce then you would file a Petition for support unconnected with a dissolution of marriage and request alimony/support. The process is every similar to a dissolution... View More
Good morning. In the state of Florida if i need to separate from my husband and he makes more than twice what I make,
can there be a legal separation agreement that will provide me with support for living expenses until the divorce can be processed and finalized?
answered on Jul 11, 2024
During the process of a divorce, one party may be eligible to receive alimony from the other party if there is a significant disparity in their incomes. This support is designed to alleviate the financial burden on the lower-earning spouse during and after the divorce proceedings. While Florida... View More
I have two young kids. I work as a preschool teacher. He just quit his job. Our relationship is not healthy. He drinks and abuses on past incidents. He has threatened not to give me half the money he has accumulated after selling his house if I want to divorce. He said he will invest in stocks and... View More
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answered on Jun 25, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, here's some guidance on your situation:
1. Filing for divorce:
As U.S. citizens living in the USA, you can file for divorce in the state where you currently reside, regardless of where you were married. In this case, since... View More
Married for 10yrs. Spouse moved back to his home country 2yrs back and is okay with uncontested divorce. No property owned, no kids, no debts. The only income was our salaries and neither of the spouses want to ask for any alimony or share in each others earnings. What would the divorce proceedings... View More
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answered on Jun 23, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's an overview of the situation and process for an uncontested divorce in California under these circumstances:
1. Residency requirement:
- At least one spouse must have been a resident of California for at least 6 months, and of the... View More
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's a concise response to the situation:
1. Your ex-spouse is in contempt of court for the second time.
2. They have not bought you out of your half of the house as required.
3. The house has now been appraised at a higher value.... View More
Started the process and got basically to the end. Got to the 6 month waiting period, and then let another year or so pass because of some life challenges. Have I waited too long? Can I file the final papers or do I need to start over?
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's my assessment of your situation:
1. You've been separated for 33 years but recently started the divorce process in California.
2. You completed most of the process and reached the 6-month waiting period, which is standard in... View More
During ex-wife’s periods of possession they stay at their home w/ BF overnight (not restricted in our div decree), or on weekends they stay with him at his home 250 miles away in DFW. My 10 y/o son just told me with certainty that the BF has been smoking marijuana around him in both homes and... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2024
If you believe your child is being abused, neglected, or exposed to harmful conduct due to your ex-wife's boyfriend's behavior, you should file for a modification of the custody order and request a temporary order. Present evidence of the boyfriend's drug use and criminal history.... View More
During ex-wife’s periods of possession they stay at their home w/ BF overnight (not restricted in our div decree), or on weekends they stay with him at his home 250 miles away in DFW. My 10 y/o son just told me with certainty that the BF has been smoking marijuana around him in both homes and... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2024
Because you have an existing court order and a new case seeking primary custody, you need to file a motion for temporary orders or, if there is an imminent threat to your child, a motion for a TRO. The facts stated in your question do not justify your violation of an existing court order in my... View More
We both had items we had to have our names removed from, like vehicles, 4 wheelers, etc. I followed through as instructed. My ex husband has not. After 7 years, my name still remains on the mortgage of the home we shared. What can I do? This is preventing me from purchasing another house, any... View More
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the situation described, here are some potential options and considerations:
1. Review the divorce agreement: Check the terms of your divorce decree or settlement agreement. If it specifies a timeline for refinancing or removing your name from the mortgage, your ex-husband may be... View More
may have had (living) trust changed. inheritance includes home in SF and Property in Texas.
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answered on Jun 20, 2024
Under California law, you have the right to request a copy of your mother's will and trust documents, especially if you are a beneficiary. Your older sister is required to provide these documents to all named beneficiaries and heirs.
If your sister refuses to share the documents, you... View More
may have had (living) trust changed. inheritance includes home in SF and Property in Texas.
answered on Jun 20, 2024
Each of the sisters have a right to a copy of the will and trust. The ability to change the trust will depend on the language contained in it. If the oldest sister refuses to provide the estate documents, the other sisters can compel the production of those documents from the oldest sister.... View More
I've heard that if the court orders it, we will lose $$ because the judge will force us to take a low-ball offer. Should we try to sell it and divide the profits before we go into a divorce? Thank you again for your expertise.
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answered on Jun 19, 2024
In a divorce situation, the timing of selling a marital home can be complex and depends on various factors, including your specific circumstances and the level of cooperation between you and your spouse. Here are some general considerations:
1. Selling before filing for divorce: If you and... View More
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answered on Jun 19, 2024
Based on the information provided, here are a few key considerations regarding taking out a loan from your retirement account before filing for divorce in California:
1. Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders (ATROs): In California, once a divorce petition is filed and the other party is... View More
If the age of the child affects the weight of their decision, please specify.
answered on Jun 19, 2024
Yes. In most US states, a child becomes an adult who can make his or her own decisions about where to live when they turn 18 years of age. In most US states, where a child wants to live can be considered by a court. Different states allow a child to express in a written instrument filed with the... View More
I am in the process of a case and have emails, original legal forms or documents, the same forms or document filled out that go back and forth with my attorney for review, the backup attachments, etc... I need to know how to organize all of these items.
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answered on Jun 18, 2024
While there isn't a single official "how-to guide" for organizing legal documents under California law, here are some best practices and tips commonly recommended by legal professionals:
1. Create a main folder or binder for your case, then use subfolders or dividers to... View More
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