Is it possible for a property agreement from a divorce decree to override the beneficiary designation on a life insurance policy

The insurance company will pay the named insured unless you act promptly. Virginia law generally provides that divorce voids pre-divorce bequests...

Equitable Distribution for separate accounts

In Maryland the Court has authority to assign responsibility for payment of debt only in very limited circumstances. The Court cannot order your to...

What type of lawyer do I need?

A Note is the document that makes the borrower personally liable to repay the debt. A deed of trust is the document that grants the lender a lien...

My ex and I still own a seasonal business equally. What are my legal rights if I have another job & work it part time?

It sounds to me like the business is marital property. The Court can order the business sold and allocate the sale proceeds equitably between the...

Can I file a motion to dismiss my divorce (I am the defendant) without hiring a lawyer?

You can file a motion to dismiss your divorce or you can hire a lawyer to file it. In either case, your motion will not be granted unless you have...

You should talk to our daughter's father and try to reach an agreement. If you can't, communicate your disagreement with ear piercing in writing,...

My incarcerated husband signed POA to his sister. Do I have to give up marital property?

If your husband has granted a valid power of attorney t his sister then she has the right to do what he could do. She has the right to deal with...

If a house is owned by both parties, and not married, are the both entitled to 50% is they split?

If you are co-owners of the house, either of you can file a case and ask the Court to order a sale of the property. The Court will consider both...

How do I prove to the court that I have been separated?

Generally your testimony of the date of separation and that the separation has been without cohabitation and without interruption is sufficient...

Is it safe to represent myself in a divorce proceeding? I have been married for 14 years my husband has been cheating.

The short answer is No. The stakes are high and the process is not user-friendly. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney in...