Not sure there is a perfect answer to this question. IF the court agrees that there was a mutual mistake of fact, it is likely that the Court...

If I were a judge (I've been a family divorce lawyer for over 30 years), while there are lots of factors to consider in the analysis of "what's in...

As part of the discovery process, and the preparation of Statements of Net Worth, spouses are required to identify ALL of their assets and debts. ...

Hello, how long does it takes to get a divorce if someone filed in june 2019 and it is a disputed divorce?

Please note that the securing of an Index number does not put this matter into a court's hands. The court will do nothing following the purchase...

Can I get over 50% custody of my 13 y/o in a 12 year marriage that I pay 95% living expenses for,and would our child have a say?

Contrary to the statement by my colleague, I will not be as bold to say that the court will do whatever a 13 year old wants. Clearly, as kids get...

Custody

Dads and moms each have as much right to custody of a child as does the other. The court's criteria to determine custody is "what's in the child's...

Can I stop my ex from taking our child out of state because I don’t feel it’s safe?

When parent's can't agree on major issues, your only alternative is to file an application with the Court. While your concerns on their face are...

Can I take my child to another state for a school that has a much cheaper cost of attendance?

Relocation cases are very difficult. In it's simplest form, it's a balancing test between the reasons you want to leave and how this will benefit...

What is the criteria to file for an emergency custody order?

People can file at any time. Just because someone petitions for custody, or petitions to modify someones parenting schedule does not mean that...

When to hire an attorney?

You sit down with a lawyer as soon as possible. Clearly you have many issues that need to be discussed. You do not need to wait for your wife to...