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answered on May 12, 2024
The new law does not affect the situation that you describe; however, you do have the ability to return to court for a modification of alimony based on your retirement. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I don’t want to leave. I am in rehab for knee surgery. We have been married about 25 years .
answered on May 12, 2024
In a divorce there are generally only two options for the division of a marital home. Either one party buys the other party out or if that is not possible then the property is sold and the proceeds divided between the parties. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
answered on May 7, 2024
You can return to court with a motion for contempt and/or enforcement and ask the court to order the other party to comply with the agreement. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
My ex wife is in agreement to no longer receive alimony. The money is deducted monthly from my SS check.
answered on May 2, 2024
You would need to get with an attorney from NY where your case was filed and have them draw up an agreement to stop the alimony and enter a supplemental final judgment incorporating the agreement.
Spouse traded a new car during separation that car was deemed maritial property, now I can not bargain, negotiate etc. with it, what are typical consequences of a spouse dissipating marital property right before mediation.
answered on Apr 30, 2024
Based on your facts you are entitled to half of the value in your column for equitable distribution. It would be the net equity meaning the fair market value minus any loan on the car. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
Parents want a divorce, fighting over children. Mother had children. Mother got arrested and has been in jail for over a year case not tried yet.
Courts gave Father the children. He now wants her to sign the paper for a divorce. Her attorney took herself off the case several months ago... View More 
answered on Mar 29, 2024
Yes, divorce papers can be served on you if you are in jail. No, you do not have to sign for the divorce papers if you are in jail. I hope this helps. Good luck!
I remarried in 2019 when my son, who lives with his mother in PR, was 12 years old. I live in Florida and I'm in perfect health but the question still arise. My son will be 18 this June and planning to go to college. I know that I need to pay child support most likely beyond him reaching 25... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2024
The child support obligation is yours alone (not new wife) and will terminate on your death.
answered on Mar 7, 2024
Tell your friend that it is never a good idea to try and hide assets from a divorcing spouse. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
answered on Mar 5, 2024
Standard is one or two years of bank statements and credit cards; however, either party is able to ask for more. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
Divorce case filed July, 2021. Outcome of mediation failure recorded 6/2022. 2022/2023 motions & hearings were withdrawn/cancelled. 2/6/2024 respondent told me there was a court date. Online records show 12/15/2023 "EP - AMENDED ORDER SETTING TRIAL WITH ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS JUDGE 3/4/24... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2024
It sounds like you are set for trial on March 4, 2024. You should be speaking directly to your attorney about this. Otherwise schedule a consultation with another local family law attorney.
I have a 4 year old daughter. I am currently going threw a divorce. my Divorce lawyer tells me that I have to get my own place. I live with my brother and I have my own room. I am on the lease now. I told my DL that I can give my daughter my room and I can set up the livingroom for myself. So it... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2024
You should believe what your attorney tells you; or get another attorney.
I divorced abroad and submitted my divorce translated, notarized and apostille to the recording department at the Plam beach county clerk office. Mutual agreement divorce and no Childrens involved.
answered on Feb 9, 2024
As long as you divorced legally wherever you were, with notice to the other party, then you are divorced. If you are concerned you should take your final judgment to a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
Petitioner filed for dissolution of marriage. Respondent answered and filed a counter petition. Petitioner answered with a general denial. What is next?
answered on Feb 5, 2024
Next is the exchange of mandatory disclosure. Read family rule 12.285 for the list of what is required. After the parties exchange the discovery (documents) then the court will probably order you to participate in mediation. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice
My spouse served me with divorce papers after I put a temporary injunction on them. Currently I am occupying the marital home and have full time-sharing/custody of the children (due to temporary injunction). If I voluntarily dismiss the temporary injunction, will my spouse be able to come/go from... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2024
You need to address these issues with the judge that is handling your divorce case. If there are no court orders to the contrary than you continue to share the children and the house. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I put a temporary injunction on my spouse and they hired an attorney before the hearing. If I decide to voluntarily dismiss the temporary injunction prior to the hearing, will I be responsible for their attorney fees?
answered on Feb 2, 2024
Generally speaking each party is responsible for their own fees in an injunction hearing. You have an absolute right to dismiss your petition. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
My spouse left me with 28 animals (cats and dogs) and is not in a position to take any of them. Many of them will live for another 10+ years. The cost of maintaining them is about one third of my monthly income.
We do not have any shared property, assets, or children. It should be a very... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2024
In Florida pets are considered property. The court could order that the animals be divided 50/50 between the two of you but there will be no financial support.
All I know is he he left this country to return to his native country but I have no idea whether he is even there anymore. He has not been in contact with me.
answered on Jan 18, 2024
This is called a divorce by publication. You can try to do it yourself if your local court has a self help section. Otherwise speak with a local family lawyer who can give you more specific advice.
Legal right to review the estate provisions of his revocable trust?
answered on Jan 9, 2024
Generally speaking, no heir has any rights until the "father" passes away. If there is an issue of incapacity with the father (unable to make decisions for himself) then you should consult an estate lawyer for more specific advice.
The real divorce date was 06/18/1997. I am no longer married to anyone. How do I make that legal?
answered on Jan 4, 2024
Since the first divorce was prior to the second marriage you don’t need to do anything.
No property
Kids grown fast divorce help I have a notarized letter from 1999 I had restraining order and judge gave me kids and house back in 1999 he was deported maybe 13 years ago and has since married in Mexico and has 2-3 babies I want a divorce yesterday my son's have contact with... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2024
Yes you can get divorced. This would be a divorce by publication. Contact a local family lawyer or see if your courthouse has a self help area. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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