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I have been legally separated for almost 14 years. If I file for divorce now am I still bound to the same waiting period?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

I am sorry that you are going through this. When you say legally separated, I assume you mean through a court order. Most likely you will still...

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My husband inherited our home before we married. I'm the beneficiary on his pension. He's retired yet employed. I'm on disabilit

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this. A lot depends on how long you have been married, how the property has been treated and marital...

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I am a man living in Washington state. I am married to a woman that has a child from a previous marriage whom she shares

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

Please provide more informaton to determine what your question is. When you state your wife and her ex "shares" their child, is it legal and...

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What visitation is likely for a 6 month old?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

I agree with the advice of Attorney Ashman and add that you should consult with a local attorney familiar with custody issues to protect yourself...

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How can we get child support orders stopped. The "child" has been out of school for 2 yrs gotten married and has her own child

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

Counsel is correct, I would just add that you need to file for termination of child support in the court where the original order was issued. Best...

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If my child is in my in-laws house can I refuse to leave until i get physical possession of my child?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

More facts are necessary to properly answer your question. Most particularly, is there an active case pending? Is there an existing Court order? ...

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Im 25 years old my parents separeted when i was 4 and i had no contact with my father until now.

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

The quickest and easiest way to confirm your Father paid child support to your Mother is to ask him for the check/receipts. I wish you the best.

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Is it too late to report him?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

I am sorry your family is going through this. If your sister is in imminent fear of bodily injury, she needs to go to the police. She can also go...

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Does the custodial parent have to ask the non-custodial parent if he wants the children before sending them elsewhere?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

Counsel is correct, although there is no law allowing same, you can petition the Court to change the order to give you the opportunity to care for...

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Is it possible for my ex husband to move our kids to a different school district without my permission?

Howard's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

I am sorry you and your children are going through this. I agree with Attorney Cowell - you need professional legal advice as soon as possible. ...

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I have been legally separated for almost 14 years. If I file for divorce now am I still bound to the same waiting period?

My husband inherited our home before we married. I'm the beneficiary on his pension. He's retired yet employed. I'm on disabilit

I am a man living in Washington state. I am married to a woman that has a child from a previous marriage whom she shares

What visitation is likely for a 6 month old?

How can we get child support orders stopped. The "child" has been out of school for 2 yrs gotten married and has her own child

If my child is in my in-laws house can I refuse to leave until i get physical possession of my child?

Im 25 years old my parents separeted when i was 4 and i had no contact with my father until now.

Is it too late to report him?

Does the custodial parent have to ask the non-custodial parent if he wants the children before sending them elsewhere?

Is it possible for my ex husband to move our kids to a different school district without my permission?