Questions answered by Julie Rebecca Colton

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If my wife lied about knowing who the father was of her child before I adopted him, is that grounds for dismissal?

Julie's answer | Answered on October 10, 2015

Fraud can be a defense in a paternity case. The biological father could assert his rights to void the adoption. You need to sit down with an...

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What are my legal rights as a woman who wants a divorce that has 2 children?

Julie's answer | Answered on October 10, 2015

You should consult an attorney to see an attorney or two to learn how the custody factors and property division factors apply to you. It is...

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If a custodial parent is getting child caret, will the child care amount automatically be deducted when the child turns 13?

Julie's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

You will likely need to file a modification when the child care ends. If the child care is to automatically terminate in your support order, it...

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I live in pa and requesting to relocate 20 min away which is closer to non relocating party. why wld they object?

Julie's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

You should review your case with an attorney. In a consultation you can go over the specifics of your case. Did the other side object to the...

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Custody agreement while still married?

Julie's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

Custody actions can be filed without filing for divorce, but not until after the child is born. Also, a custody order is not effective if both...

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Are the courts prone to giving the mother full custody of a child even after father has exercised and been granted full custody?

Julie's answer | Answered on May 10, 2015

The custody law now specifically states that custody decisions are to be gender neutral. Courts do often consider shared custody of its possible....

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My daughter has down syndrome and me and her father are about to get a divorce what can I do to make sure he don't take her

Julie's answer | Answered on May 10, 2015

You can start a custody action before you are living in separate houses. You should consult a lawyer about your matter. A lawyer will help you...

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Is it possible to seek full custody her father is not a united states citizens and my daughter and i are?

Julie's answer | Answered on May 10, 2015

The court can help you work out a custody arrangement that protects your child. Dealing with international custody cases can be complicated. It is...

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Is my daughter's father who pays child support obligated to help pay for her extra-curricular activities?

Julie's answer | Answered on April 28, 2015

If your ex is required to pay extracurricular activities on top of the support it should be spelled out in the order. If it's not in the order, you...

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Can are judge force me to complete a QDRO ? i was awarded 55% but my ex-has not filed for his federal retirement,

Julie's answer | Answered on April 28, 2015

A judge can force you to sign a QDRO, or sign the QDRO on your behalf. if you have questions your attorney should answer them. If your attorney...

Julie Rebecca Colton's Answers (384)

If my wife lied about knowing who the father was of her child before I adopted him, is that grounds for dismissal?

What are my legal rights as a woman who wants a divorce that has 2 children?

If a custodial parent is getting child caret, will the child care amount automatically be deducted when the child turns 13?

I live in pa and requesting to relocate 20 min away which is closer to non relocating party. why wld they object?

Custody agreement while still married?

Are the courts prone to giving the mother full custody of a child even after father has exercised and been granted full custody?

My daughter has down syndrome and me and her father are about to get a divorce what can I do to make sure he don't take her

Is it possible to seek full custody her father is not a united states citizens and my daughter and i are?

Is my daughter's father who pays child support obligated to help pay for her extra-curricular activities?

Can are judge force me to complete a QDRO ? i was awarded 55% but my ex-has not filed for his federal retirement,