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If I inherited land after we divorce can he lay claim
answered on Jan 13, 2024
No, spouses are not entitled to inheritances. Do keep it in a separate account.
I have an OP against my ex spouse. We have a child together. He only gets to talk to him on talking parents. He told my child that he can’t talk to him again on the required day and to tell me that I should allow him to let him talk to him at another time. Is he breaking my OP by directing my son... View More 
answered on Jan 10, 2024
I don't know what talking parents is. But I don't believe that having child visitation by phone or explaining how yo facilitate it should be an op violation. That provision is more about using a 3rd party to send messages to you like are you willing to try to reconcile, etc.
Both me, child and my husband live in the house. I filed for a divorce back in September. Just last week I found a hidden camera that was watching me and I just found out that another one will be delivered soon. A small "spy camera" that looks like a phone charger. Was ordered thru his... View More
Divorce judgement from 2015 with rule 304(a) written finding that there is no just reason for delaying enforcement or appeal or both. no motion reconsider or appeal filed within 30 days. No relief from judgement within two years. However court transcript obtained and they don’t match written... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2023
What is the issue? What are you fighting over? Need more details.
That is the general rule but a judge might consider something very aggregious.
I am around 100k and she will be around 60k. We don't pay child support.
answered on Oct 25, 2023
The answer depends on your papers.
You need to bring your divorce papers to a family law practitioner to determine whether or not your maintenance is modifiable.
my son has been married 19 years been together bout 27 years his with all of a sudden wants a divorce pushing hard to get done quick pretty sure she's got a boyfriend. Is my son entitled to any portion of her 401 k so bills can be paid would appreciate any help so we can proceed with this. Thank you
answered on Oct 21, 2023
Yes, your son is entitled to an equitable share of the marital share which for most people ends up being around 50%.
answered on Oct 15, 2023
If you have a buyer for the house, don't lose the buyer. They can be hard to find. You can keep the sale proceeds in escrow, to be resolved upon divorce.
answered on Oct 10, 2023
Yes,that is possible. I do not know if your maintenance order is modifiable. Take all of your papers to a local lawyer and get an opinion.
I filed for divorce, my ex was served papers. He had 30 days to file his appearance, never did. Missed a court date, then at last court date he shows up, judge give him 7 days to file, still didn't do it. So what next? How many chances will a judge keep giving him and will it automatically go... View More
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
If they fail to file an appearance within that timeframe, you may request the court to enter a default against them.
Once a default is entered, you can proceed with the divorce process, including obtaining a default judgment.
In my parents divorce decree they entered me into obligation to pay 1/3 of my college. The other third being paid by my dad and the other my mother. Is this obligation legally binding if I never signed anything agreeing to this obligation and that they agreed to it on my behalf even though I was... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2023
It doesn't mean that you must pay one-third. It only requires your parents to pay one-third each. Their respective obligations are capped at one-third each. The court had no jurisdiction over you and could not order you to do anything.
In order to be proactive, I have contacted my payroll department at my place of employment to determine what I need to terminate the maintenance. I have been employed there the entire time I have paid the maintenance. They have told me they need a "release" form or some sort of document... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2022
You need an Order for Withholding that specifies an end date. Talk to your divorce lawyer. It is not difficult to get one.
answered on Sep 11, 2022
It seems to me that your only hope, is if, the investments were made prior to your marriage and remained your separate property; otherwise, be prepared to share.
How do I submit or produce videos at my court trial?
I have a small claims trial coming up and I would like to know how or what are the rules of evidence to get videos I would like to show the judge in my case.
I have put them in for discovery so the other party does have a copy.... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2022
No attorney will guide you online how to practice law without an ability to supervise and monitor your actions as that would amount to malpractice.
Either seek guidance from requisite legal sources how to admit evidence in court or seek counsel.
answered on Jul 19, 2022
You would merely file for divorce and serve your wife via publication in a newspaper that is approved by the county in which you file. You will likely need an attorney.
I have filed for divorce and mailed the summons, as directed, to the sheriff of the county the individual being summoned is in. The sheriff however did not properly serve the individual, has no record of serving, and upon my calling to check on the situation, I was met with dead answers and I dont... View More
answered on Dec 31, 2021
Did you include the Petition for Dissolution with the Summons? Did you pay the Sheriff's fee and mileage cost, if any, in advance? Depending on what county you want the service to be made in, you could go online to see if there are any special process servers in that area. If so, hire one.... View More
We are very close to settlement. Prior to last court appearance, I submitted all discovery responses and made the appropriate filings. Opposing counsel missed the deadline and asked for more time. Judge gave her til 12/20. She submitted discovery responses on 12/20 but was missing interrogatories... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2021
I don't think "defensive" is the correct word. It's more like you may be expecting too much rigidity from the legal system. Discovery deadlines are not like a railroad that runs perfectly on time. Non-lawyers are often too technical and expect 100% timely compliance. In reality,... View More
I know she will have to buy me out. She tried to refinance but couldn't. What happens if she can't refinance and won't agree to sell the house?
answered on Dec 29, 2021
If you can agree to a future buy-out price, you could give her 36-48 months to refi. By that time, she might be in a position to get the financing. If she cannot, then she would have to sell. You'll still be on her mortgage, but you will remain a co-owner and be able to share in any upswing in... View More
My husband and I are married and not legally separated. I have proof of his affair and I am interested in suing the affair partner for emotional distress.
answered on Dec 7, 2021
No, not any longer. The lawsuit you are referring to is Alienation of Affection, and it was repealed in IL.
So, my current husband is abusive emotionally and just now physically. I own a llc, just started it. My question is: if I get a divorce, is there anyway I can protect my business from him getting anything from it? He goes from job to job a lot. Thank you
*EDIT* so all the funds that went... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2021
Your question is almost impossible to answer without knowing more facts. For example, how much marital money went into funding the business? Does the business have a value? Is the business totally reliant upon you? In other words, if you stopped working at it, would the business collapse? There are... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2021
No. Even if you could it would not terminate your obligation to pay support.
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