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I recieved Divorce papers asking for Alimony. I am on SSI ins. and laid off from a job i worked from June to Dec HELP

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry that you are going through this. Your wife is goign to have to show the court her need for alimony and your ability to pay, please sit...

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Does both parties (spouses) .has to be on a home loan and order to get part of the equility out

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry that you are going through this, your husband is not telling you the whole truth. You have may rights and you certainly have equity in...

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Ex lowered support payments

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry that you are going through this, you must file a motion of contempt or an enforcement motion that is applicable to your state rules...

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If you subpeona a expert witness to appear at a custody trial do u have to pay them for their time ?

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

Yes, in most cases experts do require fees and you shoudl discuss that up front with them. Take care.

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What are the laws in ohio regarding spousal support. I've been married for 21 years. We have 3 children.

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry that you are going through this. You must first discuss child support with your attorney and then if there is room left for spousal...

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I have a court date to finalize my custody/divorce and my x's lawyer wants me to sign the papers before hand? is this ligit?

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

It depends, if you have counsel, have him or her review it, if not, then you must carefully review the doucments to make sure they accurately...

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How would a court decide if a family can move if it depends on what a court mandated therapist says?

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry you and your family are going thought such a turmoil. Unfortunately, with these limited facts, it is hard to say what is the best...

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In CT, we have a signed agreement..We went through mediation. I never wanted the divorce so I really don't want to go to court

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry that you are going through this, in most instances unless your appearance is waived you must attend. Also attending ensures that the...

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Does my 17 year old son have any legal rights concerning his unborn child?

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I am sorry your son is going through this and has these added worries about his girlfriend and his child. First, he needs to find out what is the...

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Is there a difference between a move out order and a restraining order?

Howard's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

There is a difference between a move out order and a restraining order. As previous counsel suggested, please contact a local attorney to discuss...

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I recieved Divorce papers asking for Alimony. I am on SSI ins. and laid off from a job i worked from June to Dec HELP

Does both parties (spouses) .has to be on a home loan and order to get part of the equility out

Ex lowered support payments

If you subpeona a expert witness to appear at a custody trial do u have to pay them for their time ?

What are the laws in ohio regarding spousal support. I've been married for 21 years. We have 3 children.

I have a court date to finalize my custody/divorce and my x's lawyer wants me to sign the papers before hand? is this ligit?

How would a court decide if a family can move if it depends on what a court mandated therapist says?

In CT, we have a signed agreement..We went through mediation. I never wanted the divorce so I really don't want to go to court

Does my 17 year old son have any legal rights concerning his unborn child?

Is there a difference between a move out order and a restraining order?