Your current state is Virginia
I am 36(f) with two children under the age of 18. My assets are worth about 700k. My kids father and I do not have any sort of relationship. If something happens to me before my kids turn 18 my ex there father will have access to everything. My question is this: to avoid my ex getting his hands on... Read more »
answered on Mar 26, 2023
Yes, you should definitely get a will and NO you should definitely not get married for the reasons you mention. You should get an attorney prepared by an experienced estate planning attorney. Yes, it will cost a bit of money. However, those it would be SO worth it to have a Will done by a really... Read more »
answered on Mar 26, 2023
If you are a parent in California and your rights have been terminated by Child Protective Services (CPS), you may have the right to appeal the decision. The appeals process in California is governed by state law and can be complex, so it's important to understand your rights and legal... Read more »
My father passed away three weeks ago. He had utilized an Advanced Healthcare Directive and had appointed an agent, who was a close friend. He didn't share the details of the directive with (immediate) family, and the agent refuses to share the contents of it. My father has already been... Read more »
answered on Mar 26, 2023
My condolences for the loss of your father.
California Health and Safety Code section 7100 specifically states: "The right to control the disposition of the remains of a deceased person, the location and conditions of interment, and arrangements for funeral goods and services to be... Read more »
My ex filed a continuation of cs in New Jersey. Stating my daughter is in college. I was told she isn’t going to college anymore. Will she have to provide documents every semester for proof to the cs services or is it a one time deal and she is using the documents before my child quit.
answered on Mar 26, 2023
You can bring a motion to have your child declared emancipated and your ex-wife would have to prove that your daughter is in fact in college. Children at that age frequently change their minds about going to college or not. As to the rest of your question, there is no standard answer. With modern... Read more »
They came, they said everything was great A++ keep doing what I’m doing. Is this considering harassment by him? Or breaking the order of protection? Yesterday he was stalking me on Reddit and commenting on a post I made abojt dogs. I did report that ti family court.
answered on Mar 25, 2023
Why don't you have counsel for this? There are zero reasons you should be handling this matter on your own. Depending on how the family court takes it, this may be considered contact. However, for the most part, you should be documenting this, and when you have substantial proof, call the... Read more »
The father of the child agreed to terms for fear of losing his child. 5 years later, the mother of the child does not enforce the parenting plan, and encourages the plan to be broken ESPECIALLY when it is in her benefit.
EX: Father is to have supervised visits. The mother of the child,... Read more »
answered on Mar 25, 2023
A parent's failure to comply does not void the court order. Either party can move to enforce the order with the court. Unless Mother has sole decision making, Father should have direct access to medical and educational records.
The hearing is scheduled for April 3 (Monday). I am currently filling out the DV-120 and DV-125 forms. We both reside in Los Angeles county, and I plan to have my professional server mail her the forms via Priority Mail with one day delivery. Can you please let me know what the deadline is to mail... Read more »
answered on Mar 25, 2023
You must file your response as soon as you can before the hearing. If the service of process is not complete at least 2 court days before the hearing, your wife can ask for a continuance. If you fail to serve your written answer on time, the judge will allow you to present your defense at the... Read more »
Is it possible to get any government help from my country, my life is threatened.
answered on Mar 25, 2023
If you’re already a US citizen and not in the US, you can’t ask for asylum. Go to the closest US embassy and ask for urgent assistance for American citizens. Have them help you report to the police and other authorities. Above all, make sure your personal safety comes first before you do anything.
California Family Law Court Order states Ex-husband has to pay Ex-wife $$$$ amount. Is this order a "judgment" or is there an additional step necessary to obtain a 'judgment' based on the court order? Note that ex-husband is a Florida Resident so the judgment will need to be... Read more »
answered on Mar 24, 2023
In California, a court order that requires one party to pay money to another party is not automatically a judgment. Instead, the court order is a legal obligation to pay the specified amount of money, but it does not create a lien on the debtor's property or other legal enforcement mechanisms.... Read more »
I told them that the funeral has passed, it was 3/18 and I am not asking to go. I am asking for her grave location, so I may visit and take my father to have closure on his wife's passing. My stepsister blocked us from the funeral and then told everyone that my dad did not want to come- we... Read more »
answered on Mar 24, 2023
A power of attorney (POA) typically gives the person appointed the authority to make decisions and act on behalf of the person granting the power of attorney. However, a POA does not necessarily restrict access to information, such as the location of a loved one's grave.
Private... Read more »
The new poa does not include clause to revoke previous poa. Will the new poa be valid? I was not notified and only found out when I contacted bank to do draft for his electric bill and was told by bank there was new poa.
answered on Mar 24, 2023
That is a de facto revocation of your POA... If you think Father is incompetent, and being taken advantage of, you might hire an OK attorney to start a Conservatorship.
One isn't will the irs refund all go to me or will he get some back due to him claiming another child that isnt mine. Best part is he wants me to give him back money even though he would get the credit as if he paid it .
answered on Mar 24, 2023
Any federal income tax return that Father is to receive will be offset against any child support arrears that are owed by Father.
In your situation, it doesn't matter that Father is claiming a child that is not yours on his taxes. If he is to receive a refund, the entire refund will... Read more »
There have been multiple incidents of physical, emotional, & financial abuse over the past few years. My divorce lawyer is already filing a Tevis claim. Unfortunately, husband has a knack for making the police believe it was my fault. I've been arrested 3 times and spent 2 days, 18 hours... Read more »
answered on Mar 24, 2023
Since you are represented by counsel, you need to direct all your questions to your attorney. It is not appropriate for any of us to answer when you are represented by counsel. Good luck.
My husband is the defendant and now I've been told, I would be a witness in this case. Will the prosecutor's office contact me to go over my testimony or should I contact them?
answered on Mar 24, 2023
Generally the prosecutor will contact you, but lots of time they don't contact you until the day of court. They don't really go over you testimony with you, but do ask some questions if they are interested in pursing the case. For that you may want your own private lawyer.
My husband and I have cross-TROs against each other for an incident that occurred on Feb. 17. We now have cross-simple assault charges as well. I have a lawyer for the TRO and simple assault charge where I'm the defendant. Should I secure counsel for the simple assault case where I am the... Read more »
answered on Mar 24, 2023
On the simple assault case that is a criminal matter against your husband, you are not the plaintiff. Criminal matters are between the State and defendants, so the matter should be entitled: The State of New Jersey v. Your Husband. Those matters are prosecuted by state prosecutors. You will be a... Read more »
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answered on Mar 24, 2023
Part of your question may have gotten left off. If you're posting for a response on region-specific law, it could be helpful to include a state or territory. Good luck
answered on Mar 24, 2023
To get your kids back, you should hire a board-certified family lawyer in or near the county where the court is located.
If CPS is in any way involved in your case, you need to find out how much experience the lawyer has had with CPS cases in the recent past, as many family lawyers do not... Read more »
No notice. I've lived here 30 yrs. She thinks that violating me is her rite. The house needs to be cleaned but we can do it together.What are the laws with sailing a home wear a mentally disabled person has lived their whole life. Does that person have any rights?
Important issues were left out during mediation.
answered on Mar 24, 2023
It may be, depending on how unclear the agreement is. The other side may think the agreement is fine as is.
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