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Husband and I are going through divorce. husband has an order of protection for abuse. Home in forclosure. NEED ADVICE.
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Answered on July 28, 2014
Yes, the bank can foreclose whether or not there are children present - but you need to speak to a lawyer ASAP to protect your positions - both as...
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If I file for emergency custody of my kids, will it grant that state jurisdiction for a divorce over the home state?
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Answered on July 28, 2014
If you have been in Michigan for six months you can file for custody in Michigan - prior to that you need an attorney in your former home state as...
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What are the examples of conterclaims in verified answer in divorce proceedings?
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Answered on July 28, 2014
Typically they state a claim for a divorce being granted to the defendant - so you have to recite all the necessary elements to state a prima facie...
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Married 35 years and I've been unemployed for two years. Am I entitled to spousal support? My spouse's income was always more.
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Answered on July 28, 2014
Under those circumstances you would have a very strong argument for some spousal support. Consult a local attorney to discuss your specific situation.
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I have a pending inheritance payment due to me. Is my spouse entitled to part of inheritance before or after divorce?
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Answered on July 28, 2014
Inheritances are separate property. Don't put the money in a joint account and he'll have no claim to it.
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Do I need a lawyer to move back into my house even if I'm still on the title
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Answered on July 28, 2014
Unless there's an order or agreement preventing you from doing so you have the legal right to do so - BUT - it may not be a great idea.
Opting out Agreement signed in NYS divorce case. Need help with what to do next? Please.
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Answered on July 28, 2014
Your lawyer should simply do the work and file it. Instruct her to do so - even if it means you'll have to pay a little more in legal fees.
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Issues with spouse not signing divorce papers
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Answered on July 28, 2014
If your spouse won't sign what you have is a contested case - have him served (you can't do it yourself) and work through the process. How long it...
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Can I hire an attorney who works on the same firm my husband's do on our divorce/child custody case?
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Answered on July 28, 2014
That would not be permissible. The attorney would have a conflict of interest.
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Do I have to go to court to fire my attorney on a divorce/child custody case?
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Answered on July 28, 2014
No. If you get a new attorney that attorney can file the appropriate paperwork. If you're going it on your own you have to draft and file the...
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