How will Alimony Reform Affect On-going Litigation? (family law, pro se)

The alimony reform bill is not retroactive. However certain aspects apply to requests for modification. The new bill has not overturned or upset...

I want to know if my husband and I agreed upon $50,000 pay off to me, then I don't get the house, pensions or anything else?

One of the biggest mistakes people make in divorce is rushing through the process without considering the future regarding emotional and financial...

Divorce :we are married its been 11yrs but we lived together only for 10 mths ,due to domestic violence &childabuse I left twice

The length of a marriage is calculated from the date of marriage to the date a complaint for divorce is filed. That being said, family court is a...

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I need a divorce.I'm currently unable to work and waiting a disability hearing .So no money and my husband won't pay for it ?

I strongly suggest you contact a family law attorney. The good news is many offer free consultations for about an hour or as long as is required to...

What are the chances of getting a default judgement of divorce overturned due to health issues?

More information is needed here. What exactly are you trying to "overturn"? The dissolution of the marriage itself (divorce) or something the judge...

I filed emancipation papers last month did not get papers from the other party an the judge made a judgement.what should i do.

Unfortunately way more information is required. You should contact a family law attorney who can explain to you which events will emancipate a...

Child support modification

You can call the Court and ask to speak to the Judge's calendar person if you want to be sure everyone has been properly notified. It's a good idea...

What age does a child need to be to decide for themselves whether they want to go on their weekend visits with my ex-husband?

No; you cannot be arrested. I agree with my colleagues that you should try to encourage the visits. However, if there is a deeper issue, you might...

If Division of Youth and Family services gets involved in a domestic dispute is it mandatory to drug test the parents

I agree with my colleague completely.

What's the age a child has consent?

A parent cannot remove a child from the country without the consent of the other parent or a Court order if the United States has jurisdiction over...