answered on Jun 22, 2023
You should immediately speak to an attorney about this as you will have to explain what happened and then file a motion in that regard. In the end, it will be up to the judge to decide if your explanation was good enough.
I was under the impression that we are not divorced until the judge says so..
answered on Jun 21, 2023
If the judge already granted the divorce when you were in court then you are divorced as of that day. If the judge did not grant a divorce on the record in court, then you are not divorced until the judgment is signed.
2004 if not what can I do about this matter he has ruined my credit and social security has this a asset on me
answered on Jun 20, 2023
What do your final divorce papers say about the house? If you appear on the deed, the house cannot be sold without you. Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.
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2004 if not what can I do about this matter he has ruined my credit and social security has this a asset on me
answered on Jun 20, 2023
It all depends on what the divorce judgment and/or the agreement you may have entered into says
Or month and a quick claim deed done by 2009 but now he can't refinance
I live in NY and I'm going to start the divorce process. While my husband and I were separated he had another child and has a legal child support agreement with the other women. We do not have a legal child support agreement. He claims I am entitled to much less child support now because of... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2023
Having a child support order involving another child would be a deduction from his income but you would still be entitled to a child support order for your children. Speak to a lawyer to go over your specific case.
I have a friend who is in an abusive marriage. His spouse screams profanities at him, throws things at him, and has physically assaulted him. He has video evidence of several of these encounters. The cops have been called on the house more than once. Each time my friend remains calm, but his spouse... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2023
Your friend needs to file for an Order of Protection in Family Court. Have your friend contact an attorney.
answered on Jun 8, 2023
If you are still an owner and no one is living in the house and there are no prohibitions in any court orders or any agreements you may have signed, you can park at the house.
answered on Jun 7, 2023
There is nothing illegal for offering a cash settlement for signing a separation agreement.
answered on Jun 7, 2023
She can offer you money or anything else but you do not have to sign. Speak to an attorney to see if it is in your best interest to sign.
answered on Jun 4, 2023
This is something that the divorce attorneys on this forum would know best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you're able to speak with attorneys who are knowledgeable in this area, here's a link to a page on this site that lists some resources. Good luck
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answered on May 30, 2023
You do not have to vacate the marital residence absent a court order. You have as much legal right as your spouse. However if she claims it is unsafe for her to live with you she could attempt to obtain a court order. Speak to an attorney.
He abandoned me over a year and I need closure
answered on May 24, 2023
That is unfortunate. You really need to get an attorney for something like this as you will need to start the divorce and then have the attorney file a motion for service by publication or other means after all other means of getting his address are exhausted.
If someone has already gone to jail for 90 days for willful non payment of child support and contempt what will their punishment be the next time? And can the judge order anything else if their willful non payment caused their ex wife and children to be homeless?
answered on May 22, 2023
It is extremely difficult to make heads or tails of a totally absurd system of justice: the incarceration of young fathers for non-payment of child support especially at a time when the administration in the White House is wrecking the economy.
Without getting into the utterly incompetent... View More
answered on May 20, 2023
This is something that the divorce and family law attorneys here would know best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you're able to consult with attorneys who are knowledgeable in this area of law, here is a page to Justia's resources, located at a different part of... View More
answered on May 11, 2023
Hire an attorney. Contested divorce cases require appearances. Uncontested divorces can be filed online but the paperwork is extensive and complicated. If you want it done and done correctly, hire an attorney.
I have been married for 10 years but we have been separated since shortly after we got married. She took off with our child and moved out of state 10 when we first got married.
answered on Apr 27, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your predicament. You should try the Columbia County Legal Aid Society: https://www.lawhelpny.org/organization/legal-aid-society-of-northeastern-new-york-al
Its in the divorce agreement and its been almost 3 years since the divorce has been finalized.
answered on Apr 24, 2023
Absolutely nothing. A spouse MAY resume their prior name but there is no requirement they do so.
He has been withholding payments for a couple of years. My children get financial aid for college because I don’t have an income, but I am responsible for room and board, he found my eldest a one bed apartment because he knew I was solely responsible for board and food. I was forced to move back... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2023
Much depends on the wording of your divorce. Spousal support ends on a date certain as spelled out in the divorce. Child support ends at 21 or upon emancipation. If he is in violation then a court case in Family Court should not cost the numbers you are being quoted. What county is this in?... View More
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