If I accept a lump sum alimony payment, will that be discharged if I file bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy does not discharge an order of alimony, nor child support.

What are the steps of terminating Child Support?

Generally, once a support order is in place, a court order is required to vacate the existing order. Consult with an attorney to more fully...

If you have been specifically warned about use of any illicit substance in connection with a minor child in your care, or in your regular presence,...

Am I obligated to give money to my ex without a court order? Can my ex sue me for college expenses after our son turns 18?

Your wife does have the right to go back to court to ask for support, normally. That being said, was there a time bar on the Court's divorce order...

Am I in contempt even though I filed bankruptcy? What is the court likely to order me/us to do about this?

Ms. Bunce and Mr. Harkness have provided excellent advice. Bear in mind that she is not obligated to deal with you outside of the courthouse. ...

Generally, until there is a judicial determination of a change in legal rights, that is still your home. You have not lost those rights simply...

I'm getting a divorce. My my car is in my soon to be exs name. I can't get a loan to refinance it. What happens now?

This sounds like an issue that will need to be negotiated and included in the divorce settlement agreement. If you have not hired an attorney, it...

Is there anything he can to contest their decision? Is this legal? Where can he find help in Connecticut? Any recommendations?

As the other attorneys so rightly noted, the power of attorney issue will need to be dealt with, as well as the competency of the mother. My first...

Do you handle these cases in the Danbury area? If not, can you offer referrals to attorneys who do?

There are many of us who work in the Danbury courts and who have familiarity with mental health issues. If you search the Find A Lawyer section of...

Can your child get ask questions with out a parent permission

While a parent's permission is generally required, there are several circumstances where the parent has either already agreed to grant such...