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What happens if I file a divorce because I committed adultery?

Janice's answer | Answered on July 10, 2011

You do not file for divorce for committing adultery - you file for divorce based upon irreconcilable differences - no questions as to why the...

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Is there a way to keep my social security number off my divorce decree?

Janice's answer | Answered on July 10, 2011

Because of concerns for privacy and identity theft, the inclusion of the full social security number is often prohibited. But you should check with...

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I really need to get divorced as soon as possible. I don't meet the residency requirements for NJ. My wife and I are both

Janice's answer | Answered on July 10, 2011

Sorry to say but adultery does not have the same stigma it had in the past. In NJ you can get a divorce for irreconcilable differences and no one...

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I think im married to two and i really dont wanna go to jail... can i divorce both of them quickly and try to remarry

Janice's answer | Answered on July 07, 2011

The general solution would be to divorce the first husband and annul the marriage to the second husband. Once the marriage to the first husband is...

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Could I keep my kids if my exwife isn't keeping them clean?

Janice's answer | Answered on July 07, 2011

While it is true that you should follow the terms of any court order, if you feel that your children are being mistreated, abused, or not living in...

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Are there existing class-action lawsuits related to in-ground oil tank leaks in New Jersey?

Janice's answer | Answered on July 06, 2011

As of my recent research no there is no class action lawsuits. NJ required homeowners to either remove or seal off underground storage tanks....

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If my ex kept the house and it was in the decree to refinance but has only tried for a modification can I sue for default?

Janice's answer | Answered on July 06, 2011

A modification is not a refinance. However if there is not sufficient equity in the house it may be difficult to refinance. You need to consult...

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Statue of Limitation on Step-Parent Adoption

Janice's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

Generally there is a period of six months after the adoption hearing. My concern would be the fact that the biological father was never served. NJ...

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Do I have to pay my wife alimony once we are divorced? I have no job she does.

Janice's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

As stated previously, alimony is based upon the income during the marriage. There are certain factors that must be taken into account. How long...

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Is it abandonment to force my husband to move from home bought before marriage (mortgage/deed in my name) by renting it out?

Janice's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

No it is not abandonment - the house is pre-marital and in many states his interest in the house would be limited. I am not sure what the time...

Janice Newman Teetsell's Answers (315)

What happens if I file a divorce because I committed adultery?

Is there a way to keep my social security number off my divorce decree?

I really need to get divorced as soon as possible. I don't meet the residency requirements for NJ. My wife and I are both

I think im married to two and i really dont wanna go to jail... can i divorce both of them quickly and try to remarry

Could I keep my kids if my exwife isn't keeping them clean?

Are there existing class-action lawsuits related to in-ground oil tank leaks in New Jersey?

If my ex kept the house and it was in the decree to refinance but has only tried for a modification can I sue for default?

Statue of Limitation on Step-Parent Adoption

Do I have to pay my wife alimony once we are divorced? I have no job she does.

Is it abandonment to force my husband to move from home bought before marriage (mortgage/deed in my name) by renting it out?