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I do not have money for lawyer, but my spouse has money and lawyer. Can I do contested divorce without lawyer and wave fees?
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Answered on December 02, 2013
I agree with my colleagues. You should immediately consider filing for spousal support/alimony pendente lite and counsel fees. This can be...
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Are custody orders really enforced?
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Answered on December 02, 2013
If this has been going on for months, you should consider preparing and presenting a Petition for Enforcement of a Custody Order wherein you allege...
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Does one have to have a reason to divorce their spouse?
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Answered on December 02, 2013
Pennsylvania has provisions for a "no fault" divorce. This includes an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage or if the parties have been...
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Will I have to pay alimony to my husband?
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Answered on December 02, 2013
Without knowing more factors regarding your case, it is difficult, at best, to tell you whether your husband would be entitled to alimony. Alimony...
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I'm separating from my husband.we are trying to keep things out of court for our son but I'm wondering if I should get Lawyer.
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Answered on November 27, 2013
You absolutely should retain an attorney. We see this situation far too often. The parties have good intentions; but, the lower earning spouse...
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Who do I contact if the plaintiff who filed custody isn't keeping up with the agreement?
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Answered on November 27, 2013
Courts often do not take a position to enforce a Custody Order when the failure to follow an Order is one parent choosing not to exercise custody. ...
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I never worked.My lawyer told me that I can't get 40% of my spouse net monthly income for my alimony pendente lite.Is he right?
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Answered on November 27, 2013
I agree with Attorney Hilbush. I only wanted to leave an answer as well because I primarily practice in Allegheny County. Unless you are able to...
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How can I force my husband to get documents needed for actuarial present value of the marital portion of his pension?
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Answered on November 27, 2013
Attorney Hilbush is very correct. I would only add that if you are preparing your own Marriage Settlement Agreement, that you should take it to an...
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Is physical abuse the only grounds for requesting sole occupancy during a divorce?
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Answered on November 27, 2013
If you have an attorney, you should follow his/her advice. They know about your case far better than anyone on these forums. If you are unhappy...
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After acknowledging receipt of the divorce complaint, how long does the defendant have to submit an answer to the court?
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Answered on November 27, 2013
The Defendant in a divorce is not required to move forward with the divorce for 2 years following the date of separation if they do not consent to...
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