| Subject | Date Asked |
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| filing for divorce with an absent spouse | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I have been married since 2006. My husband and I spent 3 weeks together. After we were married we ...
A: Without knowing what state you are in and what state you were married in, I can't give you an ...
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| Boyfriend wants to see son after ten years | 11/5/2009 |
Q: My boyfriend who is 65 is estranged from both his children and has not seen either of them for ten ...
A: I think you are between a rock and a hard spot, here. I agree with your assessment of the ...
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| Amendment | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Plaese inform me regarding time line to file an amendment to a Divoce that settled in 05-06. Thank ...
A: I am not an attorney, but most divorce decrees have a very limited time for amendments, as in 30 ...
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| divorce | 10/18/2009 |
Q: I've been separated for 8 years without any contact with my spouse, we have no children together. ...
A: You need to consult an attorney. State laws vary regarding abandonment or time frames for prolonged ...
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| Divorce, Child Abandoment | 10/17/2009 |
Q: I have a bit of a problem and a lot of confusion. Here's my problem: I got married in March 2007 and ...
A: I am so sorry for what you have gone through emotionally. I would like to suggest just a couple of ...
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| Liability-recovery | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have recently divorced to accommodate my exhusbands needs. He was supposed to take over 20,000 of ...
A: I'm sorry for what you are going through. I certainly don't want to discourage you, but small ...
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| Shared Parental Plan | 9/24/2009 |
Q: My husband's ex hasn't worked for years and has been living off of other's kindness and finances for ...
A: What a wonderful wife and step-mother you are. My suggestion is this. Considering all you have to ...
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| No-fault divorce | 9/23/2009 |
Q: I was served divorce papers in June of 2007. I moved out the end of July 2007. We went back and ...
A: I am not an attorney and Pennsylvania has some very stringent divorce laws. My suggestion to you, ...
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| Assets | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have been with my husband for almost 8 years and married for a little over 4. We have 2 children ...
A: He cannot "make" you do anything through this divorce. He can ask for certain things, but only a ...
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| divorce | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have been married for 5 yrs, no kids. I have been thinking about divorce and not sure what or how ...
A: T. I cannot give you any specifics, but I can offer a bit of info to consider. If you are living ...
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| Divorce | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I have been thinking about getting divorced for a while now but I feel guilty because i am married ...
A: States vary in the way family law is handled, but I do think many states have provision in which the ...
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| Pre-Nup | 9/14/2009 |
Q: Married 6 yrs., have a legally prepared pre-nup. Essentially all assets, including house, titled to ...
A: I am not an attorney, so all I can do is make an observation. If the house belongs to you alone and ...
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| alimony | 9/11/2009 |
Q: my son went to court yesterday to finalize his divorce he was married 13 years ahs 3 children is ...
A: I am not an attorney and I can offer suggestions, but your son truly needs an attorney that will ...
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| Divorce | 9/6/2009 |
Q: My estranged husband and I have been separated for over thirty years. After all this time, I would ...
A: States have varying laws regarding divorce, but with grown children and no joint assets, it should ...
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| my truck | 9/4/2009 |
Q: my husband and i are getting a divorce, soon we have not filed yet. he has his own truck in his name ...
A: If the trucks are in each of your names, although they are still probably community property, the ...
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| Divorce Reconciliation? | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I'm a young mother of two daughters and my husband and I are going through a divorce. I filed for ...
A: State laws do vary regarding the ground rules for divorce and dismissal. Some states still have ...
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| Can a Divorce decree be amendded? | 6/19/2009 |
Q: My brother and his ex filed for divorced 2006. In the divorce the judgment was for them to move out ...
A: With his name on the BC and a paternity test verifying, he has rights! I would still recommend that ...
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| divorce | 6/19/2009 |
Q: my son just went through a divorce, his ex wife just moved out of the home,she sold all of his ...
A: Yes, your son can go to the state bar. If she vandalized the home, he can file a police report, as ...
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| Is it my fault or is he giving up- drugs/depressio. | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I'm sorry if this is long and i probably will leave alot out. I have been married for less than 3 ...
A: Sadly this is what happens to some couples and the two of you have several issues that are enough to ...
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| Can a Divorce decree be amendded? | 6/16/2009 |
Q: My brother and his ex filed for divorced 2006. In the divorce the judgment was for them to move out ...
A: Usually a divorce decree must be amended within 30 to 60 days of the final decree. Since there are ...
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| domestic problems | 6/16/2009 |
Q: is there some law about kicking out my mom-in-law if she is staying unwanted with me and my three ...
A: This is a continuation of abuse and control. Please contact the local women's shelter. This is ...
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| house | 6/15/2009 |
Q: my father did a quick claim deed leaving me his house 1 yr before I got married, we have been ...
A: I am not an attorney, but the house should not be considered marital property. And since he has not ...
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| House | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I am thinking of getting a divorce from my husband but as all women are I am scared to be on my own! ...
A: I don't know of any "tricks" and I don't think I'd recommend anything less than honesty, anyway. If ...
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| what does amened mean | 6/13/2009 |
Q: i got divorce papers back after we filed them that all say amended on them what does that mean?
A: Amended means changed or modified and is supposed to be for the better. Check with your attorney. ...
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| absent spouse | 6/11/2009 |
Q: Is is true that I can advertise my intentions for divorce and if the spouse does not respond, I may ...
A: I'm not an attorney and the states do vary to a degree, but I believe there is a procedure for what ...
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| incarcerated husband | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I married my incarcerated friend back in 8/2006, he was released to mexico in 2/07 and incarcerated ...
A: I'm not an attorney, but considering there are two countries involved and the circumstances of jail ...
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| Rights for my daughter | 5/23/2009 |
Q: Assallam allaikum! I'm turning 29 yrs. old. on Dec. 26, 2009.I'm married to a muslim guy last May ...
A: Different countries of course have different laws regarding divorce and child custody. Legally in ...
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| social security garnishment procedures | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I have a court ordered maintenace fee to be paid from my x, however his income is only from social ...
A: I am not an attorney and I've done a bit of research regarding your question. This is a legal ...
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| What about the children? | 5/21/2009 |
Q: In my divorce decree it states that I am given sole physical custody of our 3 beautiful children ...
A: This may sound rather harsh, but it is children we are talking about, and they need care. Document ...
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| Refuses to sign final papers | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I live in Utah and my husband filed for divorce in February 2009, he has a lawyer and I do not. We ...
A: I think perhaps you need to be a bit more insistent and what I would call pro-active. Tell him or ...
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| separation agreement | 5/20/2009 |
Q: My husband and I were officially divorced on March 25th, 2009. In our separation agreement I was ...
A: I have two ideas, and please remember, I am not an attorney. I first, would call the county clerk ...
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| Need Copy Of DivorceDecree | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I married in 1989. My husband went to prison 5 months later when his secret past caught up with him. ...
A: I hope you still have a copy of what he sent you. Take that to an attorney and ask him the next ...
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| separation | 5/4/2009 |
Q: My husabnd moved out less than 3 weeks ago, we have stayed civil with each other to do what's right ...
A: Amanda, I'm sorry. You need some paperwork drawn up. Even if it is only a separation agreement, ...
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| Is legal separation an option? | 5/1/2009 |
Q: I am 31 years old and just recently "celebrated" my 10th wedding anniversary to my 34 year old ...
A: I think Pennsylvania is one of the states that has quite a lengthy procedure to even obtain a ...
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| Rent for community property | 5/1/2009 |
Q: My divorce is final but the property settlement is still going on. My ex-husband is keeping the ...
A: Karla, This really isn't a simple matter. If you are on the note, then I hope you are on the deed. ...
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| Rent for community property | 5/1/2009 |
Q: My divorce is final but the property settlement is still going on. My ex-husband is keeping the ...
A: Since state laws vary and each situation is different, I can't give you any concrete answer with a ...
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| need modification on decree | 5/1/2009 |
Q: My divorce of June 2008 awarded my ex $100,000 then, and $60,000 payable now June 2009 . I have paid ...
A: The only legal option I can recommend is that you talk with your attorney that represented you in ...
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| house | 4/30/2009 |
Q: My husband and I bought a house exactly 1 year ago. We are both on the mortgage. In hindsight, his ...
A: Hold on, here. Actually, all he would get is the equity gained in one year, which on a new house ...
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| custody | 4/27/2009 |
Q: my husbands children began living with us after the divorce for about a year an a half. she found ...
A: If SRS will do nothing, then the only option you would have would be to hire an attorney and sue for ...
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| Rent for community property | 4/27/2009 |
Q: My divorce is final but the property settlement is still going on. My ex-husband is keeping the ...
A: I'm not an attorney and to be honest, I've never had this question before. I don't understand ...
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| Car loan following divorce | 4/25/2009 |
Q: My fiance was awarded a vehicle during her divorce which has an outstanding loan. Both the vehicle ...
A: Realizing the economy is not what it was just months ago, I can't speak for certain, but I can tell ...
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| absent spouse | 4/24/2009 |
Q: if i can not find my spouse can i still file for divorce. my spouse moved out of state, i only have ...
A: You can file for a divorce, but before it can be decreed the other party must be served or every ...
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| Divorce, Adultry, Custody & Alimony--TX | 4/23/2009 |
Q: My brother is currently in the middle of a divorce. He has apparently been seeing someone who is ...
A: First I have to tell you, Texas is kind of it's own unique place when it comes to certain laws, and ...
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| Married in Ohio Divorce in Illinois? | 4/23/2009 |
Q: My wife and I where married in Ohio, can we divorce in Illinois
A: If you are now residents of Illinois, I would think you could in most cases. All states recognize ...
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| Intro of new relationship to children of divorce | 4/22/2009 |
Q: My wife and I were married for 11 years. The marraige ended on an affair, by her, but was not the ...
A: I think your question has many parts, and I've thought about this, so here's what I can offer. ...
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| Premarital Property | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I live in New Jersey, an equitable distribution State. My question is I brought a house without a ...
A: This is not a simple question for me, but I'll give it my best. From what I have read, the home ...
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| Immigration, Divorce and custody. | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I have been in the USA for about 7 years (legally) and have now applied for a green card based on ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I have seen several cases that pertain to the issue you are facing. It ...
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| Divorce-seperating property | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Can you get a legal divorce in California and agree to separate your property at a later date?
A: One of the main purposes of a divorce is to divide property. I have seen divorces in which the ...
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| Abandonment divorce | 4/4/2009 |
Q: My husband and I have been seperated almost a year. He is now refusing to sign divorce papers if I ...
A: I am not an attorney, but if he is served, he has to sign the paperwork for the official that serves ...
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| giving the kids time | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I started dating someone a little over three months ago. He wanted to keep it hush hush to his 13 yr ...
A: Perhaps your guy needs to establish some ground rules with his ex. His son shouldn't feel so ...
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| the ex wife | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I had a nice single life in a big city. I had a good job and I lived alone in my own house. I've met ...
A: I am not sure what a cohabitation contract is. Is it binding and must be dismissed in court or ...
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| Changeing parents in a divorce | 4/2/2009 |
Q: I am a child of a Single mom, as my step dad has past away recently. I live just me, my older ...
A: I am not an attorney, but as far as I am aware, it is parents who seek custody of the child, rather ...
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| Abandonment | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have been separated from my husband since 9/08 and we are still co habitating because of financial ...
A: The debt would be divided in some way in divorce court and if you are behind in mortgage payments, ...
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| House Selling | 3/29/2009 |
Q: My parents are currently going through a divorce and my mom got the house but she cant afford the ...
A: You sound like a very insightful young man. Although your mom may not be able to afford the ...
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| Second guessing the divorce | 3/28/2009 |
Q: My ex-husband and I met on a deployment to Iraq when I was 19 and he was 23. I was in a sexual ...
A: Well Tasha, Now that you have shared more details, I can see why you feel the two of you are not ...
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| divorce entitlements | 3/27/2009 |
Q: My husband and I have been married for 19 years this June. I have always worked part time to raise ...
A: Probably you will receive a considerable portion of his retirement, especially since you have ...
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| Almost 2 yrs | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I have been separated since July of 2007. He will not sign because he wants the kids, 2, one ...
A: I'm sorry I haven't been able to offer more encouragement, and I'm so sorry it feels like a bondage ...
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| Second guessing the divorce | 3/25/2009 |
Q: My ex-husband and I met on a deployment to Iraq when I was 19 and he was 23. I was in a sexual ...
A: I am going to give it to you straight. You asked . . . Through this post, you have said the same ...
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| Almost 2 yrs | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I have been separated since July of 2007. He will not sign because he wants the kids, 2, one ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I really think you should check into this option. If he is unwilling to ...
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| divorce and court | 3/25/2009 |
Q: My wife and I were married for 10 months and she filed for divorce on Feb.3 and it wont finalize ...
A: I hope you have an attorney representing you, as this sounds like an "enterprising" individual, you ...
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| Repossess truck with unpaid loan | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I signed reluctantly, an uncontested divorce agreement giving my ex-wife use of my truck with an ...
A: I am not sure if there are any laws on the books that directly address your question, but I will ...
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| Severing Paternal Rights | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I am a single mom living in Kansas City, Kansas and have lived here for 5 years. I have a 5 1/2 ...
A: If he hasn't been in her life up to this point, he's already not exercising his parental rights. ...
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| credit card debt responsibility | 3/5/2009 |
Q: If I opened a credit card with my name on it only after we were married, is my husband responsible ...
A: Credit card debt can be tricky in divorce proceedings. If you can prove you purchased household ...
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| BAD CO SIGN | 3/5/2009 |
Q: My boyfriend and I of 3 years recently separated and I co-signed on a truck for him,and I was ...
A: That is the problem with co-signing. Often the terms of the contract last longer than the ...
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| Divorce decree and debt | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I was recently served on (2/27/09) with a lawsuit concerning a large debt owed on a house and ...
A: A divorce decree does not alter or negate previously signed contracts of debt. I would imagine that ...
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| Hiring a divorce lawyer | 3/3/2009 |
Q: If your spouse retains a lawyer in S.Carolina and you are currently residing in GA, can you hire ...
A: Retaining the attorney is not so much the issue, as to where the divorce is filed. If the divorce ...
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| Custody | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I have a son from a previous relationship. I he lives with his mother to whom I was never married. ...
A: Usually custody arrangements, child support, and visitation are all determined in a divorce decree. ...
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| Second wife relationship with first wife | 3/1/2009 |
Q: Since my husband and his exwife do not get along very well, he expects me to handle all dealings ...
A: I think I can offer some insight, as I also am a second wife, and have unfortunately been that, more ...
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| Step parenting | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I am divorcing after a 2year marriage. My step daughter has never had a relationship with her ...
A: You sound like a great guy, and step parents do have visitation rights in many states. I can't give ...
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| co signer on car | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I am recently divorced. In the divorce I was awarded the car because my ex didn't want to pay for ...
A: Turning it in, is allowing it to be repossessed and not only will it be detrimental to your credit, ...
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| Divoece issues | 2/26/2009 |
Q: In the process of divorce -- no kids involved. House, land is my property given to me by my parents. ...
A: I am not a Georgia attorney, so all I can offer is general information and my own perspective. If ...
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| Child Visitation | 2/25/2009 |
Q: My exwife moved out of the 100 mile radius of where we filed our divorce from. In our divorce decree ...
A: I don't know the age of your children, but an attempt to modify custody is always possible, ...
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| Second Part Time Job | 2/25/2009 |
Q: My husband has filed for divorce and I am in need of some extra money. Now that the papers are ...
A: I am hesitant to tell you one way or another right now, because even though the two of you have come ...
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| Fleeing overseas with child | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I am married to a woman of Russian/German background. She is a US citizen though. She has become ...
A: I think you should discreetly discuss this matter with an attorney. Tell him exactly what you told ...
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| statue of limitations | 2/24/2009 |
Q: I think my husband has cheated on me but I have zero proof but what I want to know is if I find out ...
A: Statute of limitations usually applies to either criminal charges and in the case of civil court, ...
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| how to obtain divorce when location of spouse is unknown. | 2/23/2009 |
Q: if my spouse moved to another state 3 years ago without notice and i do not know their location to ...
A: I really don't know, considering the circumstances, if you can accomplish what you want, without an ...
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| Property settlement | 2/23/2009 |
Q: Our seperation was 2 years ago, at which time my spouse moved out and verbally stated that I could ...
A: Even when one spouse offers the house, usually there is some sort of equity settlement. Let me ...
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| Daughter's wedding | 2/22/2009 |
Q: My daughter has stopped communicating with me over an issue of paying her college tuition. She says ...
A: My husband's daughter did the exact same thing to him, over money. The sad thing is, it seems these ...
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| divorce and house | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I am getting a divorce and keeping the house. I can afford the house but it only leaves me with ...
A: Do you have to keep the house in the divorce? If she's not willing to take it, then the only way to ...
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| Living separately, then divorce. | 2/18/2009 |
Q: I post this question for my friend. My friend and his wife married about 9 years ago and don't have ...
A: I am not a California lawyer, but I think I can help with some of your questions. Without children ...
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| Divorce / Wage garnishment | 2/16/2009 |
Q: My ex-husband and I divorced in 2006. In our divorce decree, he agreed to repay me $5000 for credit ...
A: I do not want to be the bearer of bad news, but I'm afraid you are on the short end of this stick. ...
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| Taxes | 2/15/2009 |
Q: This is just a general question. My wife cheated and moved out in June of 2008. She filed for ...
A: I'm sorry. A cheating spouse is really not easy to deal with. You are right on the line for living ...
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| divorce | 2/14/2009 |
Q: My husband and I filed fault divorces with each other. We were able to reach a MSA which included ...
A: Why has he already received his lump sum payment before the decree? I am not an attorney, but I ...
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| stipulalation appeal | 2/9/2009 |
Q: After going back and forth with adjournment after adjournment in a three year long divorce trial, my ...
A: I am not an attorney and each state has different laws regarding divorce and appeal. I'm not sure ...
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| shocked | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I've recently started dating a man and we've really hit it off. He's handsome, smart, funny, rich ...
A: Run and do not look back. Even if this guy is making up any part of it, that is how his mind works. ...
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| Credit Prevention | 2/8/2009 |
Q: My question is this prior to our marriage I had good credit and he did not. I owned my home prior to ...
A: I know this is going to sound like a complicated solution, but I suggest that if he wants these ...
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| divorce | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I am dating someone who says he has already file for a divorce. How do I see if those papers have ...
A: I sense a trust issue, already. Maybe you could simply tell him you are not comfortable dating a ...
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| Husband left with child, and filed for a divorce and has custody | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I am in the middle of a divorce and custody battle. He has my child, and has turned her away from ...
A: I am so very sorry for the pain you are feeling. I am not an attorney, but I have prayed about your ...
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| divorce | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I am getting divorce from my wife of 13 months. My wife cheated on me, I have two cell phones with a ...
A: I am not an attorney, but there are a few simple basic things that happen in most divorces, ...
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| Seperated Dad wants girlfriend to attend his kids activities | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I have been separated now for about 6 months (STBX forced me out in failed attempt to get a RO). ...
A: I never recommend dating through a divorce, as not yet divorced is still married. I don't know that ...
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| Child Custody Help Needed | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I am single mom very overwhelmed going through 1. a divorce from my second husband 2. I am ...
A: It seems if your present husband is willing to help out till the school year ends, why not just stay ...
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| Divorce Gone bad | 1/20/2009 |
Q: So I am asking these questions for my father about his divorce he is currently starting to go ...
A: I'd like to say there is little chance that she can have him forced to move out, but in all good ...
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| Divorce Gone bad | 1/20/2009 |
Q: So I am asking these questions for my father about his divorce he is currently starting to go ...
A: Anything on record will help and anything that is accused in which there is no record, will be ...
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| fair | 1/20/2009 |
Q: My husband cheated left the house for a year stop paying for the house and the kids for 8 months and ...
A: Please, contact a woman's shelter in your area and tell them of your situation and circumstances. ...
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| waiting | 1/19/2009 |
Q: My sister is getting her divorced finalized in Nebraska and in the process moving to MO. She would ...
A: I'm afraid I can only answer part of this question. I do not know the requirements for the state of ...
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| Home | 1/18/2009 |
Q: Is there anyway that I can stay in my home but sleep in a separte room while I go through a divorce. ...
A: State laws are not all the same, but I have seen couples remain in the same home, even after a ...
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| property | 1/18/2009 |
Q: Divorce signed and settled with one attorney in 2004. But the land and a major loan was left out, ...
A: If the loan is now in your name only, but the deed still bears both names, I'm afraid he took ...
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| vehicle in divorce | 1/18/2009 |
Q: In 2001 we decided to buy me a used car because my car was to small for all of us to fit in at the ...
A: Usually in the case of divorce when there are two vehicles, regardless of the paperwork, each party ...
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| spouse refuses to sign | 1/17/2009 |
Q: In Georgia, I served spouse with divorce papers. He refused to sign what do I do now and can I file ...
A: Have him served legally. It will cost something, but he cannot refuse the papers, if they hand them ...
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| Dependent Taxes | 1/15/2009 |
Q: My ex and I have been divorced since 2005 and have 2 children. We filed taxes together for 2005 and ...
A: If the present arrangements did not alter the original decree, then I'm guessing it's only a ...
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| Separating property | 1/11/2009 |
Q: My husband and I separated 3 years ago. We are getting ready to settle our property. When we were ...
A: I am not an attorney, but this situation has me a bit suspicious of his motives. Please forgive me, ...
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| What to tell frinds,family,coworkers,etc... | 1/10/2009 |
Q: Background:Married 12 years,he 10 years my senior ME:2nd marriage,3 adult children,diagnose with ...
A: I am going to give a pretty short and honest response and believe me, the people that care about you ...
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| Property rights | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I am writing to ask a question for my sister who lives in RI. She is planning to seek a divorce and ...
A: I am not an attorney and this is not legal advice, simply an idea. Unless there is a history of ...
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| unsigned divorce decree | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I went through a divorce and the final agreement was settled between both attorneys's, myself, and ...
A: I realize my answer is going to sound a bit paranoid, but . . . you have to cover yourself. Keep ...
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| getting money owed and child custody | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Because my ex husband filed for custody of the children unbeknownst to me while we were still ...
A: I'm afraid I don't have any concrete answers for you, but my only other option was to "reject" the ...
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| dating a divorced man w/ hard to deal w/ ex | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I have recently started dating a wonderful man who is recently divorced with two young children. We ...
A: First, I think you need to consider this pretty seriously. If he's allowing this now, the pattern ...
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| ready to move on | 12/20/2008 |
Q: and jealous, and demanding.nothing is ever good enough- His son is also ADHD and has threatned to ...
A: I don't know if you live in a "no-fault state" or not, but absolutely do not go to bed with the new ...
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| incompetent lawyer | 12/19/2008 |
Q: It took my lawyer 3 1/2 months for him to finally turn over the request to have my wife served, and ...
A: Now that he has finally turned over the request, you may have trouble. I am not an attorney and ...
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| empty beer bottle | 12/18/2008 |
Q: My ex-wife is critizing me for bringing home 1 empty aluminum beer bottle with the Detroit Tigers ...
A: I'm going to assume you are referring to a child in this question. I do believe that exposure to ...
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| My son. | 12/15/2008 |
Q: You know... he's my son too. He just turned 9. I have been separated for over 1.5 years and ...
A: You are absolutely right in realizing life moves on and in being honest with your son. I have just ...
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| passive aggressive ex hubby has manipulated both kids to live with him | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I have 2 kids, my son is 14 and my daughter is 11. I've been divorced for 5 years and have not ...
A: It's very difficult in a divorce situation to not allow the kids to make too many of the decisions. ...
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| Newborn Son | 12/2/2008 |
Q: My exhusband just recently married right before we went to court over our son. His new wife is ...
A: I realize your maternal instincts are in gear. I also realize your ex-husband has moved on, but I'm ...
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| ammedning my divorce | 11/20/2008 |
Q: My divorce was final just days ago & I JUST realized that I am taking on a debt I didn't know about. ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I do know in several states there is a 30 day period to contest the ...
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| divorce | 11/20/2008 |
Q: i have 2 children, i have been fighting for half of daycare payment from thier father for 3 months ...
A: I hope you have a very good job to cover that sort of day care expense. As for the daycare ...
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| Real property | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I was divorced in 2001 and my ex was suppose to get my name off of the home that we purchased, he ...
A: Shauna, A divorce decree does not nullify a previous contract signed by both parties. Actually, ...
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| leave the house? | 11/17/2008 |
Q: have been married for 12 years and have two children with my wife, 2 more from her previous ...
A: I don't usually give a lot of personal details, but I will share this. My ex-husband and I stayed ...
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| ex won't stop talking in front of kids | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have been dating my boyfriend for about 15 months. His soon to be ex-wife has been handling the ...
A: Some women just absolutely must control their ex-husbands and cannot let go of the control even ...
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| divorce | 11/13/2008 |
Q: MY WIFE AND I HAVE BEEN SEPERATED OVER 6 MONTHS, SHE HAVE THE PAPERS FOR THE DIVORCE. I AM WILLING ...
A: I am not an attorney and I have no idea whether you are in a no-fault state or not, but here are a ...
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| Abandonment of property: | 11/11/2008 |
Q: Have a situation. My spouse bought his home before we married, but we have decided to divorce. He ...
A: Although I am not an attorney, I do realize in the cases of separation and divorce that possessive ...
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| refinance | 11/11/2008 |
Q: In my divorce decree it states "parties shall place home on market for sale by jan 1 2009 at fair ...
A: You said "decree" but then there is a court date. If the divorce is not yet granted, then it's ...
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| 3 years and I want a divorce | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I got married at 20 and have now been married for 3yrs.After only two weeks together my husband ...
A: I value marriage from a spiritual perspective, but I do not have a traditional "view" of what most ...
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| leave the house? | 11/2/2008 |
Q: have been married for 12 years and have two children with my wife, 2 more from her previous ...
A: I don't think you should just leave the house, but I do think the two of you need to determine where ...
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| am i divorced | 10/29/2008 |
Q: My husband left me several years ago. I've been told that he has since past away. At this time I am ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I think I have a legal point you may want to consider. If your husband ...
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| How do I introduce a 5 year old boy to his biological father whom left him at birth? | 10/28/2008 |
Q: My ex-husband dropped off the face of the earth and has now reappeared into my life five years ...
A: I think you have the right to tell your ex, you will need some time to address this matter. If he ...
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| Divorce, Kids, and moving on | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of a miserable divorce as NY state has advised me I have no grounds for divorce ...
A: I can't really answer your question, as you know, you must make this decision alone. As you are the ...
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| So lost | 10/26/2008 |
Q: It is very hard for me to write this email, as I am a very private person. But I need help. I feel ...
A: I do not ever recommend adultery for finding Mr. Right, but I can also tell you I am absolutely ...
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| mortgage & home equity loc | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Two years ago my husband took out a home equity line of credit, which I had to sign as well - being ...
A: Check the paperwork carefully. Signing over the deed is not the same thing as being absolved of ...
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| My parents divorce | 10/24/2008 |
Q: My mom put my dad in jail for aggravated assult with a deadly weapon and she is now seeking divorce. ...
A: A person's inheritance is usually viewed by the courts to belong to only them, not always, but in ...
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| My parents divorce | 10/23/2008 |
Q: My mom put my dad in jail for aggravated assult with a deadly weapon and she is now seeking divorce. ...
A: I am sorry for what your family is going through. As a rule, the courts don't appoint lawyers in ...
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| health and alimony benefits. | 10/5/2008 |
Q: My situation--I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA.......Married 17 years no children, no debts. We own a home. My ...
A: All these questions are legal and I am not an attorney. I can tell you this. Ten years of marriage ...
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| divorce and debt | 9/9/2008 |
Q: after 21 years filed for divorce from my husband..he has chronically spent/lied about tens of ...
A: I think you should ask for part of his pension and for maintenance. Don't sign anything that his ...
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| I need some serious help | 9/4/2008 |
Q: so i am 16, my parents are divorced and i am living with my legal gaurdians (who are not very good ...
A: I am not familiar with family law in Vermont. My suggestion to you would be this. Since you have ...
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| separation leading to divorce | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I am actually asking for my brother, his wife left him an tore there family apart for no reason an ...
A: I realize your brother is devastated and you are trying to help, but there is something I have to ...
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| PA rights | 9/2/2008 |
Q: Ok so this is kind of involved. My boyfriend is currently in the middle of a divorce. They were ...
A: I'm not sure I understand exactly where the divorce stands. If the divorce has already been filed, ...
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| Ex husband undermining step-father | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I have been divorced for 6 years and remarried last year to a woman who has a 4 year old son. I ...
A: Please pardon my disrespect, but if the father works for the government, you aren't going to be able ...
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| Ex-Spouse email abuse/mental illness | 8/31/2008 |
Q: 5 yrs divorced 21 yrs married 2 kids. Never late in support. In 07 exwife began calculated process ...
A: I'm not an attorney, so my suggestions are not legal advice. It sounds like this situation is ...
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| Pickup / Dropoffs | 8/29/2008 |
Q: Ok, so let me start by saying, I DO know that custody and support are two separate matters. My issue ...
A: Since the police will not do anything about returning children either way, I'd say the best thing to ...
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| divorcing with an anuity and pension | 8/28/2008 |
Q: Is my future ex entitled to any of my pension and annuity? Married for a two and a half years. ...
A: I am not an attorney and I don't know whether or not Rhode Island is a no fault state. This is what ...
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| She's not using the money I provide her to pay the Mortgage | 8/27/2008 |
Q: My wife and I are currently going through a bitter divorce. We have two homes, she lives in one and ...
A: If she does not intend to pay for the home, you will probably still face some sort of late charges, ...
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| my boyfriends ex-wife | 8/21/2008 |
Q: My boyfriends ex-wife has made are life living hell ever sense I have known him (little over a year ...
A: My first thought would be for you and your boyfriend to get married and be a united team before your ...
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| Divorce | 8/20/2008 |
Q: I am currently dating a guy who has been separated from his wife for 5 years. He wants a divorce, ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I know people have obtained divorces when the other spouse has been ...
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| divorce civil suit | 8/15/2008 |
Q: i've been divorced for over four years and recently took my ex to court for childsupport. he's ...
A: I am not an attorney, but with the information you gave me, I'm guessing the judge will see through ...
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| put name on the deed | 6/23/2008 |
Q: Kindred Beisinger, My husband and I got married half a year ago and this is his second ...
A: I just answered a question that described a situation very similar to yours. If your husband has ...
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| re: my bf is going through a divorce & i am now pregnant | 6/22/2008 |
Q: my boyfriend is currently going through a divorce in the state of Illinois.He has been living in the ...
A: Although some divorces seem to continue to play out in drama, the reality is, once a divorce is ...
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| put adult child's name on premarriaged deed after remarried | 6/21/2008 |
Q: My cousin's husband has two premarried homes which were all paid before he married my cousin. He has ...
A: I think an attorney could give a better answer than I, but there are two things I am aware of that ...
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| rights in divorce | 6/20/2008 |
Q: 28 yrs married, he found new woman i dont work im 59 health problems he works 2 jobs at post office ...
A: I am not an attorney and I whole-heartedly recommend that you consult with one, because after 28 ...
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| re: my bf is going through a divorce & i am now pregnant | 6/20/2008 |
Q: my boyfriend is currently going through a divorce in the state of Illinois.He has been living in the ...
A: I am not an attorney and I think Pennsylvania has different laws than Illinois in regard to family ...
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| My ex-wife wont speak to me | 6/1/2008 |
Q: We have now been divorced for 9 months and separated for nearly three years. My ex-wife is under ...
A: I have given this serious consideration. When I first read this, I had an immediate thought, but I ...
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| DIVORCE - CHILDREN & INHERITANCE | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I'M A DISABLED BRIDGE & TUNNEL OFFICER SO I AM THE PRIMARY CAREGIVER (WIFE & 3 KIDS) MY WIFE GOS TO ...
A: You need to consult an attorney. State laws vary regarding inheritance and divorce. If your state ...
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| custody | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I was divorced while living in MO, I have physical custody of the children. I moved to Texas ( ...
A: I am not an attorney. If the agreement in Missouri was not altered, then it still stands, but if ...
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| boyfriend and his ex are "best friends" | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I have been seeing a wonderful man for 1 1/2 years. He had been married for 20 years, but divorced 5 ...
A: You have a right to your feelings, whatever they are. And yes, you absolutely have a right to feel ...
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| Broken Relationship | 5/28/2008 |
Q: How would I tell a son, aged 40, that I am leaving most of the assets I accumulated with my husband, ...
A: There are two ways to consider this. One, your will is nobody's business until you die, and you're ...
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| thinking about calling it off | 5/28/2008 |
Q: How do you know if a girl really loves you? I am engaged about to be married in 9 weeks and my ...
A: Culture clash is a difficult issue in a relationship, but spiritual differences are nearly ...
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| dating during separation | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I am in SC, legally separated since March. No kids, or alimony. Everything has been equitably ...
A: I am not an attorney, but the states that do have waiting periods for divorces tend to keep tighter ...
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| Marriage problems worried headed for divorce | 5/19/2008 |
Q: We meet in college dated two years I got pregnant and we married before the baby was born. HE d My ...
A: I am so sorry for what you are going through. I understand, all to well, what it does to a woman to ...
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| Who needs to keep the house | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I have been the main bread winner in the home for the past 22 years. My husband is one of those who ...
A: Please see an attorney. Divorce laws vary from state to state and since you have been the primary ...
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| divorce and selling assets | 5/3/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are going to be getting a divorce and we brought a house 5 years ago after 3 years ...
A: I am not an attorney and you do have one, so I can't really give any legal advice, but I can offer ...
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| Division of marital property | 4/13/2008 |
Q: My uncontested divorce is finalized as of 1 April 2008. We agreed on a settlement to where she ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I think you have a couple of options here. Check with the attorney that ...
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| our rented home | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I have been married for almost ten years but now I want out. Things have simply deteriorated partly ...
A: I am not an attorney, state laws vary, and it seems that Texas has it's own laws, altogether. I ...
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| division of marital assests | 4/4/2008 |
Q: i understand that attaining a college degree with a professional license during a marriage is part ...
A: I am not an attorney and this is definitely a legal question. I don't want to ill advise. Of ...
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| Do I have to pay for any college? | 4/3/2008 |
Q: My son (16 yrs old), who lives with his mother, wants to go to a very expensive college (Princeton). ...
A: I think, and I am not an attorney and have no idea what New Jersey family laws are, but I do think ...
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| divorce question | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I am thinking about divorcing or seperating from my husband of almost 24yrs. I have 3 children 22, ...
A: I am not an attorney and I do not know the insurance laws of Pennsylvania. I hope you give this ...
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| alimoney | 3/29/2008 |
Q: 100,000 i will get our rental home worth about 550,000plus ira of about 450,000 my youngest child ...
A: I don't know how long the two of you have been married, but if the youngest child is 24 and belongs ...
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| Vehicle Rights | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I have a friend in Texas going through a divorce. He has a high dollar vehicle, she has a cheaper ...
A: I am not an attorney and it seems that Texas has it's own laws, anyway. Now about this car . . . I ...
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| Divorce for seniors | 3/27/2008 |
Q: My parents have been legally married for 30 years and together for about 38 years. My father owed ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I would say, your mother should have quite a case. I recommend that you ...
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| 1/2 retirement pay | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I recently found a paper (dated back in 94) that was signed by me, my ex-husband and a judge that ...
A: I'm not sure I'm tracking the time line properly, here. If this was part of the divorce decree or ...
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| divorce and house | 2/28/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are getting a divorce he is keeping the house but my name is the only one on the ...
A: Be sure that he refinances or it could come back on you. Include it in the divorce papers and make ...
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| moving on | 2/23/2008 |
Q: We have been separated for a year now but I still think of him constantly. We have two young ...
A: His comment about "flare" I think refers to a certain way he wants you to be, or a certain trait he ...
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| new husband has problem with divorce terms | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have a problem with the terms of my divorce. My ex and i have joint custody of our two daughters ...
A: I am sorry for the circumstances. I guess, I could offer this, if your husband knew of your ...
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| new husband has problem with divorce terms | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have a problem with the terms of my divorce. My ex and i have joint custody of our two daughters ...
A: You are divorced. Only you can decide if you want a future with your husband or a continual ...
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| Moving out of state with a child during a separation? | 2/18/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are separating for a few months while he "Figures out" what he wants in this ...
A: Jen, It sounds like you are on top of this. Power addiction is very common in his line of work. ...
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| sleeping arrangements | 2/17/2008 |
Q: My question is in regards to the children fathers apartment. I have 1 girl and 1 boy and know the ...
A: I have no idea as to the age of the children, but if your different gendered children have been ...
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| Moving out of state with a child during a separation? | 2/15/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are separating for a few months while he "Figures out" what he wants in this ...
A: I realize this can be a very scary situation, especially considering the fact he has access to more ...
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| car | 2/11/2008 |
Q: My wife and I have been married for about 7 years. We recently bought a new car about 6 months ago. ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I can tell you this. The only way a bank will remove someone from a loan ...
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| unsure in california | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I've been married for a little over 2 years. I'm currently enlisted in the military. We've been ...
A: I am not an attorney and I am not sure if California is the state you were married, but I'd start ...
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| How to answer 30 day | 2/5/2008 |
Q: My son has been served papers that his spouse wants a divorce. Her attorney told him that he would ...
A: I'm not an attorney. Keep in mind this attorney works for her, so his advice is for her ...
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| Voiding a divorce | 2/4/2008 |
Q: Is there a way to void a divorce? If both parties involved do not want the divorce anymore, is there ...
A: I am not an attorney. I am unclear as to whether this is Nov. '07 or scheduled for '08. In our ...
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| how do i keep my vehicle during a divorce | 1/30/2008 |
Q: the loan is in both our names but the title is in only mine, i went to a evidentary hearing today, ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I do recommend that you not sign or agree to anything without adequate ...
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| What are my rights in this divorce? | 1/26/2008 |
Q: My husband & I have been to several marriage counselors. One requested he buy an anger management ...
A: I am not an attorney, but nine years of this does entitle you to a few things, I'm sure. There is ...
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| divorce | 1/25/2008 |
Q: what do i do after filing for divorce myself, serving my spouse, and he refused to sign?
A: I am not an attorney, but I think I do know the next step. Check with the county clerk where you ...
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| personal things | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I am nearing the end of a bitter divorce and I left the house with everything I owned with my ex now ...
A: Maybe you should try a different approach. Ask your attorney to ask if these items are no longer in ...
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| How is this going to work | 1/17/2008 |
Q: My wife informed me that she is leaving our marriage of 11 years. We currently have a home where ...
A: I am not an attorney and states do vary regarding divorce issues. If the division of property ...
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| I need out | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have been married almost 11 years. Have 3 kids, the oldest not by my husband. He is military and ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I do know this. Many military wives remain in the state where the couple ...
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| Beginning divorce with no money | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have a friend that wants to leave her husband because he told her he no longer wanted to be ...
A: Although your friend's husband is making statements, there is no reason your friend needs to do ...
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| seperated from my husband(not legaly though) | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I cant seem to accept that after 18yrs(+1 yr of marriage!!)that my husband walked out on my daughter ...
A: I am truly so very, very sorry for what you are going through and for the pain you are feeling ...
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| Access to children | 1/11/2008 |
Q: it would be great if you could give me some advice. I have been separated from my partner for ten ...
A: I am not an attorney and am not familiar with UK family law. If he attempting to access the ...
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| second marriage | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I am 30 Yrs. old Indian Woman from a conservative Indian Family. Being elderest between 4 sisters ...
A: I am so sorry for all you have gone through. I, of course, am not thoroughly aware of all the ...
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| living with boyfriend | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I was divorced in April 2007 but we still have property and spousal support to deal with and now i ...
A: I am not an attorney. I'm not terribly familiar with a divorce granted while property is still ...
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| Divorce | 1/9/2008 |
Q: Husband and I are divorcing after very, very short marriage. He has an alcohol and from what I've ...
A: I am so sorry. You could ask the lawyer what other suggestions he has, but the reality is . . . ...
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| seperated from my husband(not legaly though) | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I cant seem to accept that after 18yrs(+1 yr of marriage!!)that my husband walked out on my daughter ...
A: To answer your question. He's found it easier to move on, because he's the one that decided to make ...
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| Divorce w/property | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have been with my husband for 7 yrs and we have a 6 yr old together. We bought a home in March 07 ...
A: I am not an attorney. Most states base child support on the non-custodial parent's income, rather ...
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| annullment | 1/7/2008 |
Q: My niece was married in Oct. and a month later her husband told her he was a fraud and filed for an ...
A: Gifts are just that, gifts. There are no strings of return attached. If the groom's family wants ...
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| cant live with other parent | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I'm 15 and my mom and dad were never married and have been apart all my life. So I have been ...
A: Your parents are still your parents, regardless of their marital or non marital status, and they ...
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| reconciliation after filling | 1/1/2008 |
Q: i want to dismiss the divorce papers that i have filled . i filled the notice of revocation of ...
A: I am not an attorney and I have no idea what the specific laws are for your state. In some states, ...
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| Small business... | 12/31/2007 |
Q: My husband is divorcing me. He started a business while we were married. I did all the ...
A: Quickly make sure that you have copies of the taxes and bookkeeping. That will prove the net worth ...
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| divorce | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I am thinking about divorce, we have alot of debt. I want the house , but I cant afford it If I take ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws vary from state to state, but a marriage over ten years that has ...
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| divorce | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I am thinking about divorce, we have alot of debt. I want the house , but I cant afford it If I take ...
A: I am not an attorney and state divorce laws vary according to length of marriage, children, ...
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| Divorce: What happens to the truck? | 12/26/2007 |
Q: I have a complicated question about property. My husband and I each had our own vehicles before ...
A: Get it in writing. If he's willing to "give" you the truck, then simply get that in the paperwork. ...
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| Divorce | 12/26/2007 |
Q: "I was married 25 yrs and have been divorced for 3 yrs. My ex would not seek counseling for ...
A: My husband, Bob, and I married after divorce and many years of being single and each of us had an ...
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| Full legal and pysical custody | 12/24/2007 |
Q: I have been divorced for almost 6 years. When we divorced I was granted full legal and physical ...
A: I am not an attorney and since state laws differ, I cannot address definitions in South Carolina ...
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| Still living together | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I am currently living with my soon to be ex-husband in a house we purchased almost 3 years ago. I ...
A: If there is some sort of abuse issue, I'm sure there is a shelter somewhere, but . . . if it's ...
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| married ¬ on trust deed | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have been living with my husband for 7+ yrs. married 1-13-06. On 11.18.04 we purchased a home , ...
A: I am sorry this man is so untrustworthy. If the house is in foreclosure, then there will be no ...
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| How do I move on? | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I am only 21 years old. I got married when I was nineteen to the boyfriend I dated since I was 15. ...
A: I am so sorry. Obviously this answer isn't going to change everything, but I do have a couple of ...
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| Divorce & Stocks | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I live in California and my divorce will be final in a few weeks. We’ve split things 50/50 except ...
A: I am always sorry to hear about a divorce. The stock situation can be tricky, but doesn't have to ...
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| children | 11/6/2007 |
Q: can my wife take my kids out of state to live w/o my permission?
A: Children are not just property of their mother. If the two of you are still married and there is no ...
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| Change of Children Custody | 11/5/2007 |
Q: My ex-wife has physical custody of the children but because of hardship on her life she has agree to ...
A: Even though this is uncontested, this is a legal matter and covers two states. I recommend that you ...
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| Divorce | 11/5/2007 |
Q: My wife believes she is either bisexual or a lesbian after 20 years of marriage. I am not sure ...
A: I think you will have to consider the influence you want on your daughters, through this situation ...
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| Not sure | 10/23/2007 |
Q: My wife believes she is either bisexual or a lesbian after 20 years of marriage. I am not sure ...
A: I am so sorry for what you are going through. I'm going to give a couple of scenarios here, to ...
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| Changing grounds for divorce after filing. | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I live in Tennessee. My husband and I filed for a noncontested divorce The grounds are ...
A: I am not an attorney, but if Tennessee is not a no fault state, then changing the grounds to ...
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| divorce ideas ? | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for CREATIVE ideas for a divorce, where both sides can consider somewhat a win-win. In ...
A: I am so very sorry. I am not an attorney, but usually if there is a financial reason, a life ...
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| divorce waiting period | 10/20/2007 |
Q: in kentucky, how long do i have to wait after a divorce before i can get remarried? is there a ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws differ regarding divorce. I live in a no-fault state and either ...
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| Going to court after the divorce is final | 10/18/2007 |
Q: My ex husband is taking me back to court almost one year after our divorce was final. Almost 8 years ...
A: I am not an attorney, so I can't tell you whether or not he has a case, but I can help you collect ...
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| Voluntary Repossession w/Divorce | 10/15/2007 |
Q: My best friend is going through a divorce and the courts said that her husband is authorized to take ...
A: I am not an attorney and Washington state probably varies from my home state, but if a judge ordered ...
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| divorce and property. | 10/13/2007 |
Q: We have divorced for five years and my children (12 & 10) have been stay with my ex-wife. we live in ...
A: I am not an attorney and I do not know the probate laws and inheritance laws of California. I think ...
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| divorce and step children | 10/8/2007 |
Q: my wife and i are divorcing she had a son prior to our marriage that i have raised since he was ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I am aware that some states do recognize a step parent's relationship with ...
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| production of documents | 9/21/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are in the process of a divorce. We are now in the stage of submitting documents ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I do know a bit about divorce. If the attorney is "his," then he is the ...
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| Alimony | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I was married to my husband for about 4 years (May 2003). We separated last March. The divorce is ...
A: I am not an attorney and I am not familiar with family law in all the states, but alimony is getting ...
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| Violation of the divorce decree | 9/13/2007 |
Q: In my divorce decree it stipulates my ex-wife and I split half the costs of the home she lives in ...
A: You are in a touchy situation. A paper trail with figures is much easier to follow than the ...
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| divorce/custody | 9/12/2007 |
Q: I moved to Missouri with my husband in 2 years ago. We have a 3 1/2 yr old son. We were married in ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I do live in Missouri. I don't know why your attorney has told you this, ...
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| Ex- not following divorce decree | 9/11/2007 |
Q: First of all let us gather a picture, going past the abusive and scarring relationship I was once ...
A: I am not an attorney, therefore I will word my answer carefully, as to not be giving legal advice. ...
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| Property Settlement Pennsylvania | 9/10/2007 |
Q: My wife and I signed a property settlement 3 years ago and have not filed for a divorce. She now ...
A: I am not an attorney and I cannot address individual state laws, but I can tell you that some years ...
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| mother in laws divorce | 9/5/2007 |
Q: my mother in law divorced over a decade ago. She was awarded alimony and some rental properties that ...
A: I am not an attorney and alimony laws are certainly interpreted differently in different venues. ...
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| divorce | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I have some questions as I consider separation or divorce. I make 2 x's the money he does. We have ...
A: I am not an attorney and there are varying state laws throughout our nation, regarding divorce and ...
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| DELAY DIVORCE AND 401K | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I am married for 22 years, my wife want to get a divorce, while am out of state to looking for work. ...
A: I am not an attorney and you need one. You may be able to prolong the divorce for your child's ...
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| Property before marriage | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I am currently going through a divorce after almost 5 years of marriage. I have documentation to ...
A: I am not an attorney, and even if I were, Texas law is a brand all of it's own. Usually the law ...
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| divorce and spouse retirement | 8/31/2007 |
Q: Am I entitled to part of my spouses retirement after being married 17 years and if so will it be in ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do vary, but usually after 10 years of marriage, there is ...
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| Obligated to pay mortgage | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I would like to move out of our home as a first step towards divorce. We currently share the home ...
A: Usually the length of the marriage is a determining factor for obligation, but when there is a ...
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| Divorcing status | 8/29/2007 |
Q: my question is that 8 years ago come this sept 2007, I got married in the netherlands. After ...
A: I am not an attorney, and I cannot begin to advise on international law. The only thing you can do ...
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| divorce | 8/28/2007 |
Q: hi my husband has been in jail for the pass four years we got married in feb 25 2000 and when i was ...
A: I am not an attorney, and you will need one for your divorce, so ask him the best way to protect a ...
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| Divorce and car loan | 8/23/2007 |
Q: Me and my wife are divorcing and we have a car that was obtained during the marriage. The issue is, ...
A: I am not an attorney, and I'm not familiar with specific Georgia laws regarding divorce, but . . . ...
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| money and home | 8/16/2007 |
Q: 1. My wife of six years (two children, ages 3 and 4) has moved half of our savings into an account ...
A: I am so sorry. I think you are wise in recognizing that the marriage will not likely recover. If ...
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| want to get married again | 8/15/2007 |
Q: want to get married again, but i started on the wrong foot with the right woman for me. When we ...
A: Getting off on the wrong foot is a terrible thing to try to fix. Just be honest and tell her, what ...
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| separation of property | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I am so torn on whether I want to divorce or not. I am 46 and my husband is 31. When we first met ...
A: I am not an attorney and I can't be specific about California law, but a 3 year marriage doesn't ...
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| having a boyfriend thru a seperation | 7/25/2007 |
Q: if i am separated from my husband, we have 4 kids together, can i have a boyfriend? Can they take my ...
A: If your husband was abusive, then be sure he will take issue with you having a boyfriend. Besides, ...
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| divorce | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I am a 30 years old Indian women married since last 8 years. It was all well up to one year of ...
A: This sounds quite complicated. Right now you are living with your parents and if you return to your ...
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| Pre-divorce move | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I live in Florida with my husband, daughter (by him) and son (by another relationship). My husband ...
A: I am not an attorney, and you need one. If the paperwork has been started make sure the attorney ...
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| How can I stop my divorce | 7/20/2007 |
Q: My husband and I had a huge fight after he came home at 3am one night from a happy hour after work. ...
A: I really don't want to be the one to offer this perspective, but . . . It sounds like your husband ...
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| Divorce | 7/19/2007 |
Q: My husband and i weren't married a year when he committed adultery with my best friend. Every one is ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do differ. Although the county clerk cannot give legal advice, ...
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| serving papers | 7/15/2007 |
Q: I can not call him I have a restraining order on him and he has been found to neglect the kids by ...
A: It sounds like the two of you are battling over technicalities. I am not an attorney, but I'm not ...
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| marriage laws | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I married my husband in 1996 in the state of NC and we separated shortly after..(no property, no ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I do know the United States of America does have certain laws that are ...
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| Divorce/Real Estate | 7/13/2007 |
Q: My sister currently living at California’s baby girl recently turn one. The cheated husband left her ...
A: If your sister is already working with an attorney, this is definitely a question for him/her. I ...
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| maiden name | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I want to go back to my maiden name i have been divorced almost 4 yrs. do i just take my birth cert. ...
A: I am not an attorney. If a return to your maiden name was in your divorce decree, then simply go ...
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| separating property | 6/21/2007 |
Q: My question is this: My girlfriend of 8 years whom I purchased a house with 2 years ago, are ...
A: This type of question is usually easily settled in divorce court, but you don't have the protection ...
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| divorce inheritance put in our name | 6/1/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are getting ready to go thru a divorce. We have been married for 10 years. He ...
A: I am not an attorney and I am not familiar with all the varying state laws regarding divorce or ...
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| encourage husband to come home | 5/31/2007 |
Q: Please help me - i asked husband of 3yr (16yr together)and dad to 2yr old to leave last July after 8 ...
A: Let me remind you of a couple of facts, you presented. You said he did come around every day to see ...
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| divorce | 5/11/2007 |
Q: Do I have to continue to pay car insurance on my soon to be ex-wifes car if divorce papers have been ...
A: Filed divorce papers are not the same as a final decree. If a divorce is not final, both parties ...
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| Too much contact with ex?Boundries? | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I will try to keep this simple. I have been dating a 40 y.o man for seven months,he is going thru ...
A: I really do believe that you attempted to simplify this and just give me a couple of examples. To ...
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| Car | 5/3/2007 |
Q: I was wondering, my wife and I are going down the road of divorce. If we have two cars that we are ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do differ . . . If both cars were purchased through the the time ...
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| The girlfriend of a man legally separated | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I just found out that the man I have been seriously involved with for a year has not finalized his ...
A: If he told you he was divorced and he isn't, then you should have a serious trust issue with him. ...
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| abandament | 4/20/2007 |
Q: Yes, If you lived with someone but didnt get married. he kept promising but it never happened. ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do differ, so you will probably have to check to see if there ...
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| quit claim in a community property state | 4/16/2007 |
Q: When my husband and I purchased our home, I signed a quit claim since my credit score was low. I ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do vary, but the house was purchased through your marriage. The ...
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| divorce and after effects | 4/15/2007 |
Q: my husband walked out last September 07 leaving me a letter to say he no longer knew what he wanted ...
A: If he can refuse to sign papers that you had written, can't you do the same? I think you need to ...
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| Credit Card Settlement in Divorce | 4/15/2007 |
Q: In my divorce settlement in 1/06, my ex-husband was ordered to pay 1/2 of our credit card debt. (It ...
A: I am not an attorney and Texas kind of has it's own set of laws, so my suggestion is that you call ...
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| Moving to another state | 4/13/2007 |
Q: I was never in a divorce however I do have 2 daughters from an ex. We broke up over 2 years ago. ...
A: By no divorce, I'm guessing there was no marriage. You are not married to this man are you? I will ...
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| 7 months seperated | 4/12/2007 |
Q: my wife left me 7 months ago giving no reason apart from feeling unhappy. we had never had any ...
A: I can't advise you as to what your next move should be, but I won't tell you to "move on," either. ...
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| My husband and his mistress | 4/11/2007 |
Q: Over two months ago my husband moved a woman acquaintance of his into our house. She was homeless ...
A: I am so sorry for this sad situation. If she is still wanted by the law, then call the law. Get ...
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| My short tempered husband | 4/10/2007 |
Q: My husband of 4 years has alsways been short tempered. He was raised with people yelling at each ...
A: Some families are just more "expressive" and loud than others. Children do learn what is considered ...
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| 7 months seperated | 4/10/2007 |
Q: my wife left me 7 months ago giving no reason apart from feeling unhappy. we had never had any ...
A: I will do the best I can to offer assistance and give information, but there are a few things you ...
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| divorcing a sexual predator | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I have a friend who's husband is in prison for having sexual relations with several girls under the ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I recommend that she contact "legal aid." I know their schedule is ...
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| my break up | 2/14/2007 |
Q: i'm sorry but this was the only link i could find. it isn't actually divorce but a break up. 9 ...
A: This is a bit out of my area, but I still felt I would attempt to give you some insight. In ...
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| PENSION | 2/13/2007 |
Q: I HAD A QUACK FOR A LAWYER. I AM DIVORCE AND MY LAWYER NEVER TOLD ME THAT I WAS ENTITLED TO MY ...
A: Rather than send an auto response that says I can't answer this question, I am going to advise you, ...
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| Adultry Question | 2/10/2007 |
Q: Will it effect my custody battle if I am still married, but do not live with my husband, if another ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do vary, but since you posed it in your own words as an ...
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| property quandry | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I am contemplating divorce. Currently my husband has 2 properties-one he bought prior to our ...
A: State laws do differ and I am no attorney, but generally speaking what was owned prior to a marriage ...
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| divorce | 1/11/2007 |
Q: If you live in the state of wisconsin, and you had a court date in July. The judge granted the ...
A: State laws differ and I am not an attorney, but I am pretty sure all states hold the judge's ...
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| Is this separate or community property?? | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I owned a condo before I married my husband. While we were married, I sold my original condo and ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do differ, but . . . I have seen circumstances before that you ...
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| insurance on my step Children | 1/6/2007 |
Q: I have a question about insurance and my step children, I was wondering if I could carry them on my ...
A: I am not an attorney, so I cannot give legal advice. Many employers do offer a family package and ...
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| Pre-nup | 1/5/2007 |
Q: A friend wants to marry with a prenup that is void if the marriage lasts ten years. I seem to ...
A: I am not an attorney, and state laws differ. I have never been married or divorced in California, ...
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| Car loan and my wife | 12/13/2006 |
Q: My wife and I were married in April 06. She has been divorced a couple of years, but is still on a ...
A: You have certainly come to the right place for an opinion on this particular topic. I am not an ...
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| Equitable Distribution | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I have a question about the possibilities of spliting my property. I own a condo where we live ...
A: If you owned the condo before you married, then your offer will probably be viewed as amicable and ...
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| divorce & custody | 12/9/2006 |
Q: My husband cheated on me and I moved out. His new girlfriend moved in and I was wondering if when I ...
A: You can ask your attorney when you file, and I am not one, so all I can do is offer some general ...
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| Am I doing the right thing? | 12/7/2006 |
Q: I am 25 years old and recently moved from Rhode Island to Florida and bought a home with a man I ...
A: I added the line (none of us do, really) to be after the sentence "men don't really change that ...
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| Removing ex-wife from my awarded Home | 12/6/2006 |
Q: My ex wife had 60 days to vacate my home, as ordered in the divorce decree. We have 40 days left ...
A: I believe what you are telling me, is the divorce decree was granted 20 days ago and you were ...
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| property entitlement | 12/4/2006 |
Q: I am asking on behalf of my friend who does not have a computer. She has just issued divorce ...
A: In the US, real estate is usually marital property, regardless of the name or names on the deed. I ...
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| Am I making the right decision? | 12/4/2006 |
Q: I've been married for 8 years. Been with my husband for 14 years. My gut reaction on my wedding ...
A: Obviously, this is a decision that only you can make, as only you will have to live with whatever ...
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| retirement rights to X spouses of Military | 12/3/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if there is anything I can do after a divorce to recover my rights to my X'S ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws differ, as well as circumstances of the military being ...
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| property | 11/30/2006 |
Q: I have lived in my house for 11yrs. I married 4yrs ago. Last year I bought the house from my uncle. ...
A: I am not an attorney and certainly quite limited in knowledge when it comes to the laws of other ...
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| Marital Separation | 11/29/2006 |
Q: I have been married for 15 years and have 3 children(15,14&5) with my husband. I recently had a ...
A: It sounds like a pretty messy situation. I am guessing that you have remorse about the affair and ...
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| Seperation | 11/28/2006 |
Q: Is it possible to claim that the marriage actually ended when any sexual contact stopped and both ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws differ, but I would say the two individuals would have to be in ...
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| changing divorce papers without a lawyer | 11/26/2006 |
Q: My ex and I had joint custody when we got divorced, he has moved to Kansas after getting remarried, ...
A: I am not an attorney, so I cannot give actual legal advice, but . . . if a divorce is finalized and ...
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| need some help | 11/25/2006 |
Q: I want help to help my dad. I am from India 20 yrs of age.As is common in India I stay in my ...
A: Tell the cook, he doesn't work for her. Not being terribly familiar with your cultural traditions, ...
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| moving children | 11/24/2006 |
Q: My husband has been divorced from his ex for over 2 years now and he has joint custody of his 2 ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do vary. Considering you are in a different state than the ...
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| cheating | 11/21/2006 |
Q: me and my wife have been maried for 17 years I just found out tonight that she has been cheating on ...
A: I am not a doctor, but I will advise you on this situation. You need to simply sit down and tell ...
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| car loan | 11/20/2006 |
Q: However, the car has been sold at action and the amount still owed is almost 5,000.00, since it was ...
A: If the car has already been sold, I would ask an attorney how he was not given the opportunity to ...
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| mortgage and divorce | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I am recently separated from my wife and she left with my 4 year old son to live at her mothers ...
A: I am sorry about your marital difficulty, but I am not sure I understand what you are asking of her. ...
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| divorce | 11/19/2006 |
Q: I have been married 13 years and we have two girls ages 13 and 11. My husband started out being ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do vary, but most states have made available an "Ex Parte Order ...
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| Second opinion | 11/19/2006 |
Q: I only have one month to go before our trial date for the final decree. I have an attorney, but I ...
A: I am not an attorney, but I think most attorneys do not consider questions or cases when there is ...
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| Friends Divorce | 11/16/2006 |
Q: A friend filed for divorce from her husband, he was supposed to find another place to live so she ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws differ from state to state. Texas is unique unto itself. If ...
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| investments in divorce | 11/15/2006 |
Q: My husband and I are separated, and most issues have been dealt with except our 401k's and pension ...
A: Although state laws differ regarding divorce, and I am not an attorney, I can tell you this. The ...
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| Property, Alimony, 401K, Help! | 11/7/2006 |
Q: I live in California; I’ve been marriage for 8 years. My husband came to me like about a month ago, ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do differ, but I can give you some general information that may ...
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| telling our 5 yr old | 11/1/2006 |
Q: my wife of 6 years and i decided in july to get divorced...we didnt even tell family members till a ...
A: I am always sorry to hear about a divorce, and always amazed when they are amicable enough that the ...
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| Divorce or seperate/still live together | 9/16/2006 |
Q: I have been married for 7 years, we have a 4 year old. (We chose me) to quit my job and stay home ...
A: State laws differ and I am no attorney, but in our culture, people do not have to be married to live ...
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| CAR OWNERSHIP | 9/14/2006 |
Q: IN A DIVORCE, I THOUGHT ALL DEBTS AND ASSETS WERE 50/50. SO, WHY DOES THE WIFE HAVE TO RETURN THE ...
A: I am no attorney and state laws do vary. I'm not certain that I understand what you are saying. By ...
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| real estate | 9/13/2006 |
Q: I remarried my ex in 2005. We were divorced in 2004. Yeah, a whole long story...but my question is ...
A: I think whoever gets the house gets the mortgage payment. It sounds as though you really didn't ...
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| Father moving on after divorce, I am not ready | 9/9/2006 |
Q: About a little less than two years ago, my parents seperated. Divorce has always been a big fear for ...
A: I will answer your question, to teh best of my ability and then share a bit. You asked how to ...
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| health insurance | 8/23/2006 |
Q: I am going through a divorce my son age 16 stayed with his father and my daughter age 14 went with ...
A: I am so sorry, divorce can be so ugly. Please make sure your attorney is representing your best ...
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| health insurance | 8/22/2006 |
Q: I am going through a divorce my son age 16 stayed with his father and my daughter age 14 went with ...
A: I am not an attorney and state laws do differ, but I will share what I can, to address your concern. ...
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| divorce | 8/16/2006 |
Q: i have been separated for 7 years and have a family now with another person 5 childrentogether and ...
A: You may be separated, but you are still married to another person. I think you should at least ...
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