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Currently in chapter 13, house, camper, and car are all included in this, payments are current. now divorcing...

Julie's answer | Answered on April 03, 2013

You should consult an attorney about both the bankruptcy and the divorce. This will likely involve you consulting two separate attorneys. The...

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When proceeding in a divorce case pro se, how do I file a discovery request?

Julie's answer | Answered on April 03, 2013

You should consult an attorney about filing discovery in your matter. There are very few programs that assist litigants with a contested divorce...

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Moving hr away and out of county with 50/50 custody.

Julie's answer | Answered on April 03, 2013

The court will consider whether or not the move benefits the child. Therefore you need to be able to explain how the move affects the child...

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I want a divorce but I am worried about the cost of the divorce. My husband said I have to pay for my part of the divorce.

Julie's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

You are responsible to your attorney for his or her bills. The law may allow for you to collect alimony pendente lite during the divorce action to...

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Custody order states no relocation and my ex has moved out of state and not let me or the courts know directly. Is order valid?

Julie's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

The court may choose to grant primary custody if it is in the best interest of the child. Pennsylvania requires a very strict relocation process...

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Ive been served with an emergency petition. i can not afford an atty and i need help.

Julie's answer | Answered on April 01, 2013

I would suggest that you look for an attorney you can afford. PFAs are very serious and can have long term consequences. It is in your best...

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If I as the husband file for divorce, do I have to pay support to my wife? I love her but cant do this anymore.

Julie's answer | Answered on April 01, 2013

You need to speak with a family law attorney about what steps best protect you in the divorce process. It sounds like you have put a lot of...

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Can my 14 year old daughter father have visitations if I have to keep filing PFA's against him. He is a very abusive person.

Julie's answer | Answered on April 01, 2013

The Court will consider the PFAs, the father's criminal history, and your daughter's preferences when crafting a custody award. The custody...

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Does an unwed single mother need to file for sole custody in Pennsylvania? The father isn't on the birth certificate.

Julie's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

If dad acknowledged paternity at the birth or paternity was established on a support action, you should consult an attorney. You may want to look...

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I have 50/50 of my daughter she is 3. my ex filed an emergency petition so my daughter has no contact with my boyfriend.

Julie's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

You need to be prepared yo explain to the judge that all charges against your boyfriend were dropped. If there are currently any charges against...

Julie Rebecca Colton's Answers (384)

Currently in chapter 13, house, camper, and car are all included in this, payments are current. now divorcing...

When proceeding in a divorce case pro se, how do I file a discovery request?

Moving hr away and out of county with 50/50 custody.

I want a divorce but I am worried about the cost of the divorce. My husband said I have to pay for my part of the divorce.

Custody order states no relocation and my ex has moved out of state and not let me or the courts know directly. Is order valid?

Ive been served with an emergency petition. i can not afford an atty and i need help.

If I as the husband file for divorce, do I have to pay support to my wife? I love her but cant do this anymore.

Can my 14 year old daughter father have visitations if I have to keep filing PFA's against him. He is a very abusive person.

Does an unwed single mother need to file for sole custody in Pennsylvania? The father isn't on the birth certificate.

I have 50/50 of my daughter she is 3. my ex filed an emergency petition so my daughter has no contact with my boyfriend.