What repercussions are there if I sign or don't sign a joint return fearing there may be an issue later?

There may be issues later! If there is some debt or other liability your ex husband can be held for, and you are continuing to file joint...

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Can I file any motions after having consented to a 120-day sale date after I agreed to not go through with the trial ?

I'm going to assume that you are speaking about an agreement you entered into--with the 120 day consent to sell the marital home, in lieu of trial...

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Extending spousal support payments??

Alimony laws throughout the country are changing quickly, so first of all you should speak with several local attorneys about the state of alimony...

Do I have legal rights?

Different states deal with "separate" property differently. Inherited property may or may not be considered a "marital asset" depending on state...

What happens to all equity in house when wife hasn't made pymt in 5mo.& house will go in forecloser?I pay her$2200 mo support

Sounds like there's a lot of things going on--all of which should be before a court! Move to have the house sold a.s.a.p. Also seek a temporary...

Filed divorce in CA, Respondent in Philippines, served personally with all the divorce papers. Respondent did not answer.

The Court will look to the validity of the service of process: was it properly done according to the rules of the jurisdiction where the party was...

Sponsoring my 21(almost 22 ) year old step son!!

My recollection is that step-children do not qualify to be sponsored by the step-parent. Check with an immigration attorney to discuss your rights...

My dad died near his home in Louisianna. Sister is living there, she is executor. She will not speak to us. Shes living on his $

If your sister has not submitted the will to probate, you can force her hand by making an application to the court. Once the will is before the...

Do I need a divorce lawyer?

Massachusetts will recognize any marriage, wherever entered into, if it was legal when done. So the fact of your overseas marriage is not an...

When joining a civil suit as a plaintiff, must one state their own claims in their notice of joinder?

The short answer is YES. You must plead and prove your allegations--in addition to explaining why your claims should be joined to the action at...