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If I get legally separated will my husband get 1/2 of all my 401K money I paid down on the house when we refinanced?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

I am sorry that you are going through this, given that you paid one half of the house off so late into the marriage that does not help you with any...

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What do you do when you found out that your separated husband is still married to his ex wife?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

I am sorry that you are going through this, your marriage is voidable given that he cannot be married to two people at the same time, however if...

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My girlfriends ex has threatened to harm me if i continue our relationship, what can I do?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

I am sorry that you are going through this, I would immediatley notify the police and create a record of your concerns. take care.

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What are my options in IL to expunge, seal, or petition for clemency on a domestic battery conditional discharge 14 years ago.

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

You will need to work with a local crimina defense attorney and work towards expunging your record, good luck and take care.

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How do I force my ex-husband to give me money from his pension?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

I am sorry he is putting you through this, if it is in the agreement file a contempt or show cause type order and the court will force him. take...

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How do I add my mother as a co guardian for my kids?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

You may go to the local probate and family court and fill out the guardianship forms or hire a local attny to handle it. take care.

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After 8 years divorced my ex sued me for 7000 plus attorney fees. I have 3 months to pay can i go bankrupt?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

i am sorry that you are going through this most portions of a divorce than involve support are not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Even if they were,...

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I was married in Sacramento county. My wife has filed for divorce in Stanislaus County (Fairfield) is this valid ?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

yes, if she filed in the worng county you may file in the proper county first. take care.

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Hi , I was served divorce papers on January 2, 2012. (3301). 20 days to respond.

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Yes, you may file an answer to the complaint without an attorney, however if you are seeking the home and custody you may want to chat with a...

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Spouse has served divorce papers representing himself with paralegal, should I work thru atty, expensive but will do what needed

Howard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Sorry you are going thruogh this, if this is a custody issue then you need to weight the costs and the pros and cons of having an attorney which is...

Howard M Lewis's Answers (6934)

If I get legally separated will my husband get 1/2 of all my 401K money I paid down on the house when we refinanced?

What do you do when you found out that your separated husband is still married to his ex wife?

My girlfriends ex has threatened to harm me if i continue our relationship, what can I do?

What are my options in IL to expunge, seal, or petition for clemency on a domestic battery conditional discharge 14 years ago.

How do I force my ex-husband to give me money from his pension?

How do I add my mother as a co guardian for my kids?

After 8 years divorced my ex sued me for 7000 plus attorney fees. I have 3 months to pay can i go bankrupt?

I was married in Sacramento county. My wife has filed for divorce in Stanislaus County (Fairfield) is this valid ?

Hi , I was served divorce papers on January 2, 2012. (3301). 20 days to respond.

Spouse has served divorce papers representing himself with paralegal, should I work thru atty, expensive but will do what needed