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Joanna Marie Mitchell's Answers
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Once my boyfriend comes to meet the family and i want to go back with my boyfriend
If you are 18 years of age, then you have the legal authority to make your own choices, and your Father cannot force you to stay.
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I am trying to get supervised visits for my daughter. Her father has skitzophrenia, and was baker acted 4 times in 3 months.
You should call or email your lawyer and ask him or her what is going on. From what you have stated, if the father said all of those things under oath at a deposition, it would sound as if you have more than enough to justify supervised contact for him with your daughter, and that it would probably be best if this took place at a facility where people are trained to adequately supervise potentially high-risk situations, as opposed to occuring in someone's home. Regardless, you definitely need...
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Husband claims to want divorce nothing legal as of yet, i do not work and i am financially dependant. husband cut off all fund
You can open whatever accounts you want or need to in order to be able to help take care of yourself. You should consult with an attorney immediately, as from what you have stated, it sounds as if you are in a very abusive and controlling relationship. You can also seek help from a local women's shelter if necessary. Detailed answers to many frequently asked questions regarding divorce, custody, visitation, child support, alimony, paternity and other Family Law matters are located on my...
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Who has legal custody of child?
Under Florida law you are the custodial parent, as the biological mother, until his rights as the biological father are established in a court of law. Until he is adjudicated the biological father, he essentially has no rights to the child. However, unreasonably denying him access can later effect your outcome in court, should he choose to file a paternity action in order to establish his rights. I would strongly suggest speaking with an experienced family law attorney regarding the particulars...
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Child custody..Painful matter..
If your court decision doesn't address child support but does indicate that the child lives predominately with you, you should contact the Department of Revenue, Child Support Enforcement office in the county where he resides and open a child support action with them. Even if it is addressed, if he's not paying, then they could assist you. Their services are free to the custodial parent. However, they are also very slow due to being very overloaded. If you would like quicker results, then you...
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I owned they home before marriage, i pay mortgage. wife got placed on deed after coersion five years later
More likely than not, the house will be considered a marital asset and you will have been considered to have gifted her half of the value of the house when you added her to the deed, unless you have something from her in writing stating otherwise. You should consult with an attorney in your area before making any decisions.
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What is the average hourly rate for a divorce attorney?
Hourly rates can vary greatly and are mostly based on knowledge and experience (typically anywhere from $100.00 per hour to $400.00 per hour). Newer attorneys may charge less, but also may not give you correct or accurate information. As has been stated, you get what you pay for, and when dealing with issues that will have a lasting impact on your life and the lives of your children (presuming children are involved), it is best not to make cost the main consideration in determining how to...
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I'm trying to file for divorce w/o involving attorneys, how can I speed up my spouse in doing his paperwork?
I agree with the prior answer. Additionally though, if you are looking for general information regarding many areas of family law, answers to many frequently asked questions regarding divorce, custody, visitation, child support, alimony, paternity and other Family Law matters are located on my website at http://www.mitchell-pa.com/FAQ_Main.html Be sure to stop by and check it out! And of course, if you have a question that is not addressed, please feel free to email me directly. Should you...
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What are my rights after being in a common law marriage for 17 years and have a 13 year old.
Florida does not have common law marriage. Therefore, you are not married to him and probably have no property rights. He would, however, be responsible to support his child by paying child support. You should consult with an attorney who practices in the area where you reside.
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Why is it illegal to dye pet's fur a different color?
Because people who used to dye chickens, ducklings and rabbits for Easter used to do so in a way that harmed many of the animal's eyes and lungs; therefore, it was considered animal abuse. Rather than specifying that the practice was only forbidden on certain types of animals, the law in Florida forbids the practice period. It should be noted that the practice IS permitted for agricultural poultry and livestock exhibitions. Following is the actual statute: Florida Statute 828.161....
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