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My grandmother passed away without a will, leaving behind properties and bank accounts. My uncle has taken control of the estate and decided who gets what, but I have not received anything. I lived with my grandmother all my life and feel I should be entitled to part of the estate. Is my... View More 
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answered on May 22, 2025
If your grandmother was unmarried when she passed then the heirs are her living children and the living descendants of any deceased children. If you are the child of a deceased child of hers then you should inherit a share of her estate. If you are not, then you do not inherit. Having lived with... View More
I own one-third of a property, and there is a lien on my share due to back child support arrearages. The lien amount is less than my share's value. The co-owners are willing to sell the property, but the sale process has not started yet. I have paperwork showing the lien on my portion. How can... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2025
The lien is against property that you have a titled interest in, not just against your share. So closing instructions or sale contract provisions should expressly state that the CS is to be paid at closing. Be sure the CS persons are ready to release the lien immediately, and draft a proposed... View More
I bought a house before I was married. Two years after purchasing, I got married, and four years later, we refinanced the house under both of our names. We have since divorced, and the divorce settlement only stated that I would occupy the house and be responsible for all costs associated with it... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2025
Unless you gave him a deed or the Judge vested him with an interest, he has no titled interest in house. Did your lawyer not tell you this? When you sell it, and some title company wants him to give you a deed or give him money, go somewhere else. Getting a deed of trust does not bestow... View More
My daughter is currently in kindergarten on a scholarship for her private school, but before this, I was paying child support AND my daughter’s tuition. Since she has gotten this scholarship, I no longer have to pay tuition. I have sent in my updated pay info to the state of TN, and have yet to... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2024
If someone’s not sticking to the parenting plan, there are two ways to handle it. One’s pretty straightforward, the other’s a bit more flexible.
First up, contempt of court. If they’re breaking the rules, they could face up to 10 days in jail for each violation.
Second, you... View More
of the yrs.Hes seen our daughter 5-6times tops then just stopped showing up,dont even call to check on her or on holidays.Hes NEVER given me a dime,not even when pregnant.He has a child with someone else witch she dont let him see him bc the baby(3/4yo)came home with bruises from a visit wit... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2024
You can seek child support from someone you are married to if you're living apart.
It would be better for you for him to file his takes so you can intercept his returns for unpaid support.
If he goes on disability, there should be an additional award for the child with a lump... View More
theft. My husband sent numerous emails to people that he knew telling them about this. With a picture of me and the horses. During and after my husbands death, the step son has repeatedly sold off everything left to me in the will. He has since given my horse to someone else. I had tried moving... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2024
You need to file a police report for the theft of your horse and the tracking device he put on your vehicle. Tell the cops everything he has done to harass you. You may get a restraining order. He may go to jail.
I made a motion for a default judgement. Got kicked back because I could not request a default on irreconcilable differences but marital behavior. Requested a final hearing and I have the date but unsure what to file to complete. Sent notice of Final hearing to defendant. Help what else do I need... View More
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answered on Jul 30, 2024
IR Divorce is where there is an agreement. Apparently you have no agreement. In that case you must put on proof of grounds. You might not have any. Hire a lawyer who might be able to help, or stay married until he agrees or one of you dies.
In 2016 my parents signed the property I now own over to me and I registered it in my name in same year. My husband and I didn’t get married until 2020. The property is in my name not his. And also he works I do not and has 401k do I need a lawyer for that to since I don’t want anything from it.
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answered on Jul 23, 2024
He can claim the appreciation in value since the marriage should be divided as marital property. Likewise you can argue the increase in his plan's value since marriage is marital property. You need an attorney when engaging in such a legal suit, as you could lose valuable properties.
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
They took them to the landfills with out my consent
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
I'm deeply sorry for your loss. You may have legal recourse if someone disposed of your son's ashes without your consent. This situation could potentially be considered a violation of your rights and a form of property destruction.
You should contact a lawyer to discuss the... View More
She is very capable of paying her bills, she pays all her bills herself with no help, she has investments and everything. They are saying she is incapable and already undergone the test, and been appointed a conservator but the hearing is the 28th. I'm not related, and her closest relatives... View More
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answered on May 27, 2024
You can call the court where the case is being heard and ask who has been appointed to serve as attorney ad litem to the respondent, or who has appeared as the respondent's private attorney (this is uncommon but theoretically possible). Then contact that attorney to offer your testimony.
It's a conditional green card from a citizenship by investment application.
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answered on May 24, 2024
Yes, you can adopt an American child while on a conditional green card status. Your immigration status does not prevent you from adopting a child in the United States. However, you will need to meet all the state-specific requirements for adoption, which can vary significantly.
The adoption... View More
My boyfriend's father passed in November. Father left his girlfriend the home/estate and their own personal things accumulated together therein. Everything else personal to the father himself goes to his 2 sons. All that is fine and well, a very grand gesture by him to secure her and her... View More
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answered on May 15, 2024
A Beneficiary should have moved to remove the executrix earlier for cause. You may be able to open the Estate up again, but it will be difficult and expensive. Conversion actions in General Sessions are possible by will beneficiaries, but proof of theft will be required. A civil suit for... View More
I married my ex wife, who lives in Israel, in the US. Our divorce was finalized in Israel. I have had them apostilled by the Secretary of State in TN already but I'm not sure if I need to file them with the court here to have it recognized before I can get remarried.
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answered on May 6, 2024
The Hague Convention is an international treaty that provides, if your country is a party to the Hague Convention, a process to protect children whose parents are divorced or separated and move between countries. Typically, a divorce decree issued in a foreign country is recognized in the United... View More
Went to talk with director because my child was coming home saying the kids was hitting her because the director didn’t like what I said she threatened me by saying she knows a lot of parents at the daycare who work for DCS. And threatened me by saying she would call them. The next day DCS shows... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
In this situation, it's important to understand that there are a few key legal considerations at play:
1. Mandated reporting: Daycare staff are typically mandated reporters, meaning they are legally obligated to report suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities,... View More
I'm getting conflicting information. My ex wifes financial advisor says to file married jointly but IRS and TurboTax seem to say file as single.
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answered on Apr 9, 2024
Based on the information you provided, since your divorce was finalized in October 2023, your tax filing status for the 2023 tax year (which you would file in 2024) should be "single."
The IRS determines your marital status on the last day of the tax year (December 31). If you... View More
I want to do right by protecting civil and human rights. I need clarification please re: parents have FULL conservatorship…. I know we should always use the least restrictive model, but our son is *intellectually disabled, *speech impaired, along with other significant diagnoses and *autism. When... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
Navigating the complex territory of conservatorship while prioritizing the human and civil rights of your son is commendable. It's crucial to remember that every decision should aim to respect his dignity, autonomy, and personal preferences to the greatest extent possible. This approach not... View More
We are not in contact, though I am his daughter. Last I knew he owned 130 acres and possibly some other properties. He’s Not married, me and my sister only kin .been in jail for over a year now, they won’t give me much info. Still No date to be sentenced, all I know is, it’s gonna be a grand... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2024
In a situation like this, there are several factors to consider regarding your father's assets and your potential rights to them. Here are some steps you can take to gather more information:
1. Contact the county assessor's office: You can reach out to the Claiborne County... View More
We are not in contact, though I am his daughter. Last I knew he owned 130 acres and possibly some other properties. He’s Not married, me and my sister only kin .been in jail for over a year now, they won’t give me much info. Still No date to be sentenced, all I know is, it’s gonna be a grand... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2024
Since it is a secured high bail, he may have made a property bond hypothecating the 130 acres. If so, the Clerk will foreclose the Deed of Trust if he breaches Bond Conditions. He should have an attorney that you can ask for sure, or search his title in Claiborne County. After conclusion of... View More
I met a man and he’s married.His wife initiated poly marriage. The problem is we live in USA. Can he marry me in another country and then come back to USA or not?
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
In the United States, polygamy is illegal under federal law and the laws of all 50 states. This means that a person cannot be legally married to more than one person at the same time within the U.S. If a marriage takes place in another country where polygamy is legal, the U.S. will not recognize... View More
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