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I was divorced in 2017, and my ex got primary custody of the kids. He took me back to court for more child support and to claim both kids on taxes in 2021. During this agreement, we agreed that he would pay for the first $480 of non-covered medical expenses and then we would both pay 50/50 after... View More 
answered on Apr 14, 2025
When the Court looks at enforcing the terms of a court order, the Court looks at the actual language of the Court order. While it is the standard for the custodial parent to pay the first $480 (now $250) in unreimbursed health/medical expenses, not all orders have that language. For example, many... View More
I have been married for almost 13 years, but I'm seeking a divorce from my husband who is currently in jail for domestic violence. We have no children, property, or joint bank accounts. Both of us are on disability. How should I go about getting a divorce in this situation?
answered on Mar 27, 2025
If you can afford an attorney, you should retain an attorney to assist you. If that isn't an option for you, you can apply for pro bono services to obtain assistance of an attorney for free if you meet the income eligibility and similar requirements. For example, you may want to try... View More
My ex is refusing to pay his half of the nanny’s hourly rate (market rate) because he says it’s too expensive.
Other items of note:
Custody is Joint legal and Sole Physical
Ex lives overseas and visits are infrequent - He does not use most of the agreed parenting time... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2024
If there is joint legal custody, then both parties have some say. Most orders include language about making sure the child care is reasonable and necessary. Thus, you generally don't have to choose the cheapest child case but you also can't choose a child care that costs what is beyond... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2024
In a divorce, Nebraska is an equitable distribution state. The facts of ownership of the home and equity one might receive in a divorce is subject to many factors. If you are going through a divorce, it is important to discuss the details with your attorney as to what marital interest you may... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2024
It sounds like you are referring to a HELOC or a cash-out refinancing. These "mortgage-type" documents states who is liable to the bank to repay the loan. It doesn't state who is owed the money from the HELOC or cash-out refinancing. Who is entitled to the money depends in part on... View More
I was the primary caregiver to our girls, only getting a part-job because I was tired of money being thrown in my face and cutting off my access to cards when we fought about his drinking. the judge sided with my ex claiming that I didn't change my work schedule (im in health care) and he had... View More
answered on May 23, 2024
Is your divorce action still pending? If only a temporary order was entered, you have a lot more options than if the final divorce decree was already entered. From the wording of your question, it sounds like you may already be divorced at this time. You only have 10 days after the divorce decree... View More
answered on May 9, 2024
The other parent and child moving into the home is not an automatic ground to terminate the child support order. However, assuming this is a material change since the Decree was entered, you may have good grounds to ask the Court to terminate the child support due to the direct support being... View More
I know my son is covered under the custody/parenting plan until he turns 19. My ex has my email - does he have to have access to me via phone? Neither of our kids will speak to him (emotional abuse situation). But now he's harassing me about things that have no bearing as to the kids. I... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2024
Maybe. It depends on what your order states and somewhat on the history of the case. If your order allows it, then you can probably block him on your phone and let him know that you are only communicating via e-mail at this time. If he isn't asking about questions relating to the child,... View More
Do I spend money to file? I assume if I we don't proceed I'd be responsible for unpaid medical.
answered on Feb 14, 2024
Yes, you are potentially responsible for your spouse's medical debt in Nebraska, especially if you are the guarantor of the party's health insurance. In Nebraska, a divorce is a process that includes a 60 day mandatory waiting period before you can finalize the divorce, even if both... View More
I found court papers he filled out when he was in prison in Nebraska State. They called it "dissolution of marriage" which he wrote down that he didn't know how to contact me and tried my parents phone but no one ever answered. There is a notary signature on it. My question is how do... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2023
You can go on the State of Nebraska Judicial Branch website and search for court cases under your name and his name. If you have a divorce case in Nebraska, it should show as a court case in Nebraska under the parties' names. I believe there is a relatively small fee to search for... View More
I am currently representing myself in a divorce case where there was a standing mutual temporary injunction issued in 2021. My husband has violated this order by committing acts of parental alienation, removing our children from Texas, and there are multiple CPS cases in three states for severe... View More
answered on May 18, 2025
Some of the language you are using are terms used in Texas and not the language that we normally use in Nebraska custody cases. Your question is posted under Nebraska. If your case is pending in Texas, then you should repost in Texas.
In Nebraska, it would be highly unusual for a... View More
The friend pays taxes for property for rent. I thought it was in his name. Its in ex's name. do I need to be concern?
answered on Oct 10, 2023
How does the Decree state to divide the property? It would be unusual, but possible, for the parties to remain owners of the property post-Decree without a plan to separate the real estate. However, usually your divorce decree will state either that the property is sold and proceeds divided in... View More
I am getting divorce do I have to split. I bought home during marriage but all the house was paid for with my home sale.
answered on Sep 30, 2023
You may be able to “trace” your premarital property into the new home you purchased to have the court separate it from the marital estate before dividing what is marital. You will need an experienced divorce lawyer to help you through that process. Best wishes!
Our son has lived with me in one state for 3 years and my ex lives out of state. He is now asking for primary custody and wants to move son out of state. Son is doing incredible well here and always lived with me. What are the chances a judge would change to allow exp primary? These is no reason... View More
answered on Sep 20, 2023
The person seeking to modify custody and remove a child from a custodial parent in Nebraska typically has a difficult road. They have to prove that (1) there has been a material and substantial change in circumstances since the initial custody order was entered, such as unfitness by the custodial... View More
Payments stopped when he purchased a house & I claimed bankruptcy. Per DHHS I should have received tax returns, partial covid pymnt. He owes over $100k. Both kids are now over 19. How do I know DHHS is doing anything (already asked a couple times) and what recourse do I have? He states he got... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2023
You can review the court file to see the dates of any orders of modification. You can access the child support case file info online (for a fee) through the Nebraska Supreme Court's eservices website:
https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/e-services/case-information-eservices
You... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2023
You can't legally marry in Nebraska if you are already married. The second marriage would be void.
It is possible that a person is divorced and not know it. For example, if a spouse can't find the other spouse to serve them with the divorce, the Court can allow a person to serve... View More
I have no attorney, I done all they asked. I had a court date now I don't. Because they say the complaint wasn't signed. Not sure what they are talking about. Is there anything I can do to get the proceedings back on track to get this divorce over with. Thank you for your help
answered on May 9, 2023
There are certain court procedures that you must follow to complete your divorce. If the Court finds that the Complaint is not valid, you may be able to fix the complaint by filing an amended complaint.
If the complaint is not fixable, you may need to file the complaint again as a new... View More
I think my wife wants to divorce me only because she wants to. We did try marriage counseling for a year but nothing improved. Working individually with him separately seems to work better. I’m unsure to what degree our marriage is legally irretrievably broken as I think if we could just talk... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2022
Nebraska is a no-fault divorce state. If your spouse is no longer willing to work on the marriage, your spouse will ultimately be able to obtain a divorce. Regardless of your the decision your spouse makes, you efforts to continue to seek help should continue. If you have a documented mental... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2022
If neither parent wants to pay or receive child support and the child lives with a parent, the parents can ask for the child support order to be terminated. This is generally done through filing a motion and order to terminate child support or through a modification action, depending on the facts... View More
We have been separated for over a year because of domestic issues. I have gotten my own place to live within that year. He has gotten evicted from his place and now says that I am obligated by law to allow him to stay in my home.. my name is the only name on the lease
answered on Nov 3, 2022
It would be very unusual for the Court to order that you have to allow your spouse to move into your apartment when they are not on your lease and there is a history of domestic violence. If you no longer want to be married, you may want to file a divorce action to end the marriage and your duties... View More
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