How to guarantee that money husband owes me from the divorce settlement will be paid from his share of house sale proceeds?

Generally, a copy of your divorce decree, along with your settlement agreement, should be sent to the attorney who is handling the closing of the...

My husband is emotionally and psychologically abusive. I filed for divorce in Oct but he won't leave the house. What can I do?

Generally, if he is on the mortgage and/or Deed, he has an absolute right to be there any you cannot deny him access. However, if he is abusive,...

Do i have to file a joint return pending my divorce

You should consult with a tax attorney because I believe there may be exceptions but your filing status is generally your marital status as of...

How do I get around paying for a divorce attorney for my husband who is in jail for the past 3 months?

Most courts have an ombudsperson who can help you file documents Pro Se and you can usually request a fee waiver through them as well.

Are agreements made in Collaborative Law divorce enforceable if they are stated in meeting minutes and approved by all parties?

Generally, an agreement will not be honored unless it is in writing and signed, and even then you may have to have a hearing to determine if it is...

What are the chances I would be able to have custody of my children given my wife has issues with alcohol?

What is most important is what is in the best interest of your children. You will want to request a custody evaluation to determine whether your...

Hi, I want to get a divorce, my car was under his name I was making payments, he took it from me, can I sue him while or after?

File for divorce and file a motion for pendent lite support compelling him to return it. During the pendency of a divorce, he is required to...

Is a romantic partner different than a spouse in the eyes of the court?

You cannot be prohibited from moving on with your life and remarrying. And, if you do, I do not believe any court would honor a clause that...

My husband and I are about to go through a divorce. Looking for lawyers and then will file. We are living separately...

He is attempting to bully and threaten you. Don't let him! If he quits his job, he will be considered "voluntarily underemployed" and he will be...

You want to immediately file for an emergency order to freeze his accounts to stop the depletion.