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I am from Philippines and been working in U.S for 4 years.I want to file a divorce for my husband who is in philippines.

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

Since you have legal residency in IL for purposes of divorce, you can file in IL. You will need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to...

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Do I need legal rep or file modification

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

If the car is in the ex-husband's name and the parties cannot amicably resolve the situation, than you will have to retain an attorney. Use AVVO's...

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What are the consequences/will a new born child go to the biological father, if a divorce does not go through before the birth?

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

False statements are punishable as perjury, which is a crime. Your child will not go to your girlfriend's soon to be ex-husband. If you are the...

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I need a modification in a divorce to make ex sell house or refi. It's in both our names but she lives in it with new husband.

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

Your concerns are certainly justified and legitimate. You cannot handle this on your own. You will need to retain an experienced matrimonial...

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When permanent alimony laws change in WV, will it apply to an existing divorce decree? When is this law expected to change?

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

Almost all laws with rare exceptions are never applied retroactively. You should retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to seek termination of...

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I am a filipina married to a filipino. i am in a F-1 visa. can i divorce my husband while im in a USA?

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

If you are a legal resident of GA, then you can do so. However, I strongly recommend you retain an attorney who is knowledgeable about both...

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Taking a car leased under husband's name only when filing for separation

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

You really do not need to have this type of uncertainty in addition to everything else that will be involved in your divorce. In the process of...

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Do I have to sign a final decree that I didn't agree to any of it?

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

This is too complex a situation to try to answer in this forum.To properly answer your questions and address your concerns, the best way to handle...

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My spouse has Alzheimer's in a nursing home. How do I divorce him if he is incompetent. I have POA

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

You need to contact a local divorce attorney. The attorney will know how to proceed. Use AVVO's Find a Lawyer tool to select a qualified attorney....

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Can I take my husbands car that he purchased before our marriage?

Leonard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

Your question is not as simple as you may think and is very fact specific. Despite everything you allege, the very act of leaving the State with...

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I am from Philippines and been working in U.S for 4 years.I want to file a divorce for my husband who is in philippines.

Do I need legal rep or file modification

What are the consequences/will a new born child go to the biological father, if a divorce does not go through before the birth?

I need a modification in a divorce to make ex sell house or refi. It's in both our names but she lives in it with new husband.

When permanent alimony laws change in WV, will it apply to an existing divorce decree? When is this law expected to change?

I am a filipina married to a filipino. i am in a F-1 visa. can i divorce my husband while im in a USA?

Taking a car leased under husband's name only when filing for separation

Do I have to sign a final decree that I didn't agree to any of it?

My spouse has Alzheimer's in a nursing home. How do I divorce him if he is incompetent. I have POA

Can I take my husbands car that he purchased before our marriage?