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If a pension is divided by court order after divorce, and one party dies , does that portion of the pension go back to the other

Julie's answer | Answered on November 20, 2012

Each plan works differently. The language in the Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) should explain what occurs after the death of either the...

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Divoce advise needed in Pittsburgh.

Julie's answer | Answered on November 19, 2012

Once you move out, you can file for child support and spousal support. (Instructions on how to file for support in Allegheny County are linked...

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I am a unmarried mother in PA, paternity has been establish, the father lives in FL. Do I need permission to relocate to CA?

Julie's answer | Answered on November 19, 2012

Pennsylvania Custody Law requires that the other parent be notified of a relocation when the relocation “significantly impairs the ability of a...

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I've been married 4 years and seperated 2 or more years physically. During my seperation, I purchased a house in my name

Julie's answer | Answered on November 08, 2012

You should consult a lawyer about this issue. There are a variety of ways to proceed. What you can legally do, may or may not correspond with...

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How can i survive if i have nothing?

Julie's answer | Answered on October 31, 2012

You should look into filing for support. In Allegheny County you can file by yourself at the downtown or South Hills locations. You will need to...

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How do I obtain sole custody? I'm the natural mother of my 3 children. The biological father is prison.

Julie's answer | Answered on October 29, 2012

Pennsylvania Public Policy is that children have contact with both parents. It is unlikely to get sole custody, but you could get primary custody....

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My husband refuses to sign the divorce papers, how can i get the prothonatory courts to enter a decree of divorce?

Julie's answer | Answered on October 29, 2012

Once you have been separated for at least two years you can either request to start the process to divide the marital assets, or request that the...

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How can i better my chances at getting full custody

Julie's answer | Answered on October 29, 2012

Pennsylvania public policy promotes that both parents be involved in a child's life. It is unlikely you will get full physical custody of your...

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I want to get my case moved from FL to PA what do I have to do?

Julie's answer | Answered on October 11, 2012

I suggest that you consult with local attorney about getting the case transferred. You should request that the Florida Court release jurisdiction...

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What actions can i take if the mother of my child is completely going against are court order?

Julie's answer | Answered on October 08, 2012

I agree with the previous posts. You may also want to look into filing contempt through the pro se assistance program in the Allegheny County...

Julie Rebecca Colton's Answers (384)

If a pension is divided by court order after divorce, and one party dies , does that portion of the pension go back to the other

Divoce advise needed in Pittsburgh.

I am a unmarried mother in PA, paternity has been establish, the father lives in FL. Do I need permission to relocate to CA?

I've been married 4 years and seperated 2 or more years physically. During my seperation, I purchased a house in my name

How can i survive if i have nothing?

How do I obtain sole custody? I'm the natural mother of my 3 children. The biological father is prison.

My husband refuses to sign the divorce papers, how can i get the prothonatory courts to enter a decree of divorce?

How can i better my chances at getting full custody

I want to get my case moved from FL to PA what do I have to do?

What actions can i take if the mother of my child is completely going against are court order?