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I looking to separate from my wife if i decide to leave home but still pay my half of the bills is that legal to do
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Answered on November 13, 2012
You can leave the home. The question of whether you should continue to contribute to the bills will depend upon the facts of your case, most...
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How do we 'divide' the house in a divorce if we don't want to sell? I have no money to buy him out, but I'm still living here.
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Answered on November 13, 2012
If he's willing to give you the house, and all of the equity then you can jointly deed the property to just you as sole owner. This would get your...
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Can I have both of my children legally emancipated due to them abandoning me?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
Proving emancipation is very, very hard because judges are normally very slow to cut off support for a child - even when the child might be...
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My grandchildren have been placed in foster care both parents have agreed to give me custody cps wont support me having custody
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Answered on November 13, 2012
You can file your own petition for custody in certain situations. You're best bet is to speak with a local attorney as soon as possible to review...
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Can I get full custody of my son even though his father has visitation through the court?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
While you can petition for full custody (which is sole legal and physical custody), it may be more of a headache than it's worth because you...
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After 9yrs, now my sons father is fighting me for custody.
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Answered on November 13, 2012
If your question is - "can he succeed in obtaining custody" the answer is "most likely no." To succeed on his custody petition, he will need to...
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Due any day now/Son's dad left when I was 6 months & is not involved in the pregnancy How long should I wait to file for custody
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Answered on November 13, 2012
You will need to file a custody petition in Family Court. If the child's father does not sign the birth certificate you will also need to file a...
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How binding is the NY law when it comes to the delivery of court documents?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
The papers are not null and void. You can contest for improper service but that will only delay proceedings and is probably not worthwhile. You...
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My husband and I have been married for 26 years, he owns 3 properties none of which have my name on them.
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Answered on November 13, 2012
If the properties were purchased during the marriage, they will be considered marital property and you will have a right to a portion of the equity...
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Does husband have to pay child support?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
I agree with Ms. Bovee. If there is no divorce action pending, you should file for custody and child support. At the first appearance, the...
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