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Can a no contact order be lifted if its a stipulation of probation?

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

I suggest you contact his probation officer and see what if anything there is you can do. If there is a no contact order, please consider keeping...

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My husband is suing me for child support AND spousal support although we have 50/50 custody of our 2 kids. How is this possible?

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

Attorney Colton offers you excellent advice. I would add that child support is determined by mathematical formula. Generally speaking with a...

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Will my relocation to a different state be problematic before school ends for my children?

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

Attorney Cohen offers you excellent advice. As long as you comply with the Tennessee Relocation Statute, the move is not motivated by...

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My friend was proposed to in CA and moved to FL to be with her fiance. Who keeps the ring if it's called off?

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

An engagement ring is given in exchange for a promise to marry. If the marriage doesn't take place, then the ring should go back.

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When they say that child support payments are based on amount of time spent with the child..

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

Child support is calculated using a complex algebraic formula that uses the parents' income, deductions, and time spent with the child to come up...

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How can I change a finalized child custody case to Texas from California (San Bernardino County) to re-open for modifications?

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

You will need to have the California divorce order recognized in Texas and then file a Motion for Custody in Texas if you have lived in Texas for...

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Can husband withhold son from mother when no custody has been determined and direct her to attorney without promise to return

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

This sounds like a matter that needs to be resolved in Court. Unless there is a Court Order specifying custody it is hard to make decisions. I...

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Is there a certain format you have to use to send discovery request? Is there a time period in which the other person must reply

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

Discovery requests should be sent with a Certificate of Service showing the date they were mailed. There is a time period in which to respond. ...

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Reasonable Charges

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

I would suggest contacting the head of the firm that you are using to set up a meeting to talk about your billing concerns. Be upfront and if you...

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What are my rights and what should I expect after filing for divorce? 3 Children involved.

Howard's answer | Answered on April 08, 2014

You do not have to leave just because she wants you to leave. If you want to hire an attorney to assist you in the divorce process, each attorney...

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Can a no contact order be lifted if its a stipulation of probation?

My husband is suing me for child support AND spousal support although we have 50/50 custody of our 2 kids. How is this possible?

Will my relocation to a different state be problematic before school ends for my children?

My friend was proposed to in CA and moved to FL to be with her fiance. Who keeps the ring if it's called off?

When they say that child support payments are based on amount of time spent with the child..

How can I change a finalized child custody case to Texas from California (San Bernardino County) to re-open for modifications?

Can husband withhold son from mother when no custody has been determined and direct her to attorney without promise to return

Is there a certain format you have to use to send discovery request? Is there a time period in which the other person must reply

Reasonable Charges

What are my rights and what should I expect after filing for divorce? 3 Children involved.