This answer is based on the law in Florida. You have no legal obligation to pay the loan. What you are describing is a moral dilemma because you are a parent that cares about your child.

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I am assuming that the pension is held here in the US. With the proper motion you can ask the judge to appoint a special master to sign on the former husband's behalf.

If you already have a Qualified Domestic Relations Order serve a certified copy of the order to the retirement account provider and they will portion off the funds pursuant to the order. If that doesn't work you can file a motion with the court to try and freeze any other assets your former... View More

You can request to set aside the final judgment of divorce for fraud so long as you make the request within one year of the entry of the order. As you can imagine, setting aside orders are difficult and you should contact an attorney to assist you. If you want more information regarding setting... View More

Given the right facts the Court could enter an order like what you have described assuming the court has jurisdiction over the parties and the child, and the Court finds that its order is necessary for the best interest of the children.

You will need to come forward with evidence in the divorce that the settlement and home purchase were "non-marital." You are correct that there is a presumption that real property purchased during a marriage is marital (joint). The 15 year separation will also be helpful. Speak with a... View More

You do not mention whether the marital settlement agreement had a waiver of alimony. If it did then you need to move to set it aside. You should look for a consultation with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

That depends on what you have signed. In general, you can file a motion to amend your pleading (petition or answer). If you signed a marital settlement agreement waiving your right to alimony then

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I will need more information to answer your question. Are you currently still married, what was the lump sum payment for? When did he receive it. I would highly recommend scheduling an appointment with an attorney to discuss your options as many attorneys offer free... View More

All family lawyers in Florida deal with alimony issues. Look for a free consultation in your local area.

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If you are not comfortable going to mediation on your own, you can try and file an expedited motion to continue mediation and try and get it set for hearing immediately. Make sure that once you file the motion you contact the judicial assistant for the judge and make sure to follow their procedures... View More

Whenever you file your initial pleading you should ask for everything that you may be entitled to. You can always reduce your demands but it is more difficult once you are in court to raise your demands (for example, trying to add an alimony demand later). Legally, neither one of you can waive... View More

Any divorce that involves children requires a financial affidavit in Florida. No exceptions.

You have the right to seek alimony. The judge will evaluate whether you have a legitimate need for alimony and whether your husband is able to pay it. Alimony might be awarded indefinitely or for a set length of time by the judge.

If the judge decides to award you alimony, the judge will... View More

Even if your husband will soon move out of state, you can apply for divorce if you have both lived in Florida for at least 6 months. If you and your children do not wish to move with him, you must demonstrate that they are better off staying with you and that the move is unnecessary.

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First, find a lawyer who will represent you from the start and walk you through the process.

Florida is a “no fault” divorce state, which means that spouses only need to tell a court that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” in order to get a divorce. You can file a petition... View More

Legally child support can be modified until the child turns 18. However, you should receive a credit for the exact dollar figure of your share of any proceeds that went to your ex. Speak to a local family law attorney for more specific advice.

No. You agreed to be responsible for paying the mortgage note. The court cannot amend that contract because the lender is not a party to the divorce.

Generally speaking you accrue a marital interest in the home during the intact marriage. He may be entitled to a non-marital portion depending on the specific facts, like whether he owned the house before you married. You would also need to carefully review the trust documents which you say were... View More

No, the fact that you are paying her phone bill doesn't somehow make you still married, it that's what you are asking. Your divorce decree should specify your mutual financial obligations.