Questions answered by Santo V. Artusa Jr.

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Will my Son's Father Prevail in Court to Change Our 5 Year Old's Surname from my Maiden Name to His?

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

You have to hire an attorney to fight this. The custodial parent in non-married cases is usually permitted to give that name. Sometimes judges will...

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I was married to a woman who is in contempt of court because she did not disclose of all the assets and finances in the divorce

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

You must contact a local attorney asap. When did the decree become official? When did you discover the fraud? Get your documents ready and start...

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How can I acquire a divorce attorney in Louisiana with small income?

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

It depends on this issues in your case. You should be looking on tis site for local LA attorneys and tell them what is going on and them try to...

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Can you move out after filling a divorce?

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

I agree with my colleagues. You can move out but it depends, do you have children? Are they going with you? You should sit down with an experienced...

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What do we do so that I can get legal guardianship of 13 year old nephew, currently in NC under my parents custody?

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

You need to file an application in court or if they agree, a consent order giving you custody back and then file it with the court in N.C. Contact...

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Girls dad is being investigated for inappropriate contact w/ a minor. he has primary physical custody. how do i protect my kid

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

You are doing the right thing but reach out to local PA attorney to help you. This is a serious situation.

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How many times can this be postponed?

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

There will be a point where no more adjournments will be permitted unless there is an emergency. Your attorney needs to strongly object to...

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My ex-husband hasn't paid alimony or lump sums ordered to pay for past bills. He now lives in Hawaii and has a good job.

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

I agree with my colleague that you need to file an enforcement/contempt action in the court that issued the order. They will be able to enforce it...

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Ongoing divorce but was awarded sole physical & legal custody of child(no visit), do I need to tell of travels?

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

In many states you do not have to advise as to where you are going when sole custody is awarded but you should be safe and consult with a family...

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Will dui's parole violation and incarceration hurt my chances of 50/50 custody of my 5 yr. old

Santo's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

I agree with my colleague. They will try to bring these issues in but the focus needs to be on your time with the child and that you do not drink...

Santo V. Artusa Jr.'s Answers (483)

Will my Son's Father Prevail in Court to Change Our 5 Year Old's Surname from my Maiden Name to His?

I was married to a woman who is in contempt of court because she did not disclose of all the assets and finances in the divorce

How can I acquire a divorce attorney in Louisiana with small income?

Can you move out after filling a divorce?

What do we do so that I can get legal guardianship of 13 year old nephew, currently in NC under my parents custody?

Girls dad is being investigated for inappropriate contact w/ a minor. he has primary physical custody. how do i protect my kid

How many times can this be postponed?

My ex-husband hasn't paid alimony or lump sums ordered to pay for past bills. He now lives in Hawaii and has a good job.

Ongoing divorce but was awarded sole physical & legal custody of child(no visit), do I need to tell of travels?

Will dui's parole violation and incarceration hurt my chances of 50/50 custody of my 5 yr. old