If a custodial parent leaves the USA and plans to reside abroad for a minimum of six months is child support still required?

Assuming there is an order of support, that should continue to be paid. If the child is not going to be residing with the custodial parent, the...

There is no visitation order. Can I deny the non custodial parent visitation if it means sending the child on an airplane?

Yes, as without a court order, access is "as agreed upon" & if you don't agree, the child doesn't go. That said, you should have a good reason for...

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Post-Nups v. Wills: Which trumps which?

The Post-Nup would most likely take priority, as it is a "bargained-for exchange" - i.e., a contract between 2 parties. Because you eere...

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To what end? Even if you're able to prove the person speaks English relatively fluently, the person can simply say they don't understand the legal...

Hi. I am married and a stay @ home mother for 2 little children. My husband works but he does not share any of our financial

You may wish to consider marriage counseling - but if that doesn't work, consider a separation or divorce. There seems to be no reason why, in the...

We share joint custody my child will be 12 soon

She is allowed a say right now. If you file a modification petition, you can ask the court to assign her an attorney, who will advocate her wishes...

I have been married for 51 years & separated for the last 15 years (but not legally). How do I proceed with a divorce?

You would not necessarily be responsible for your husband's future medical expenses as usually that is considered a form of alimony (i.e.,...

My divorce lawyer is doing everything in her power to not finish my case. We had a PC after 9 months.

You ultimately do need to go back to court - even with a settlement - assuming the case was contested. This is because the basic terms of the...

It does not necessarily impact visitation, but may (depending on the nature & frequency of the texts) provide a basis for an order of protection. ...

When a finalized divorce states "custody", does that mean sole custody?

If it just says "custody," then you do NOT have joint custody. The non-custodial parent has those parenting & access rights as prescribed in...