I have debt from a previous life. I'm now married and we; want to buy a house. can the debt collectors put a lien on the house

The answer depends on whether the creditor obtained a judgment, and if not, whether or not the statute of limitations has expired. If you consult...

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My family is applying for naturalization. Does my mom need to prepare her divorce papers?

Although I do not practice in immigration law, I have had in-laws who applied for naturalization and as I recall, the immigration authorities...

Immigration Law Reciprocal Referral Attorney Sought

Well, I am fluent in Spanish, and my English is tolerable, at least no one seems to be complaining, yet. So if you would like to refer potential...

Can my husband keep our joint tax return?

If you have already filed your Absolute Divorce documents, then file a motion and ask the court to order your husband to give you half of the tax...

I am on a student visa and I have been here for a month,my long term bf(us citizen) asked me to marry him next month

I placed a few categories here which will send this question to attorneys who practice in immigration. Immigration attorneys can help you with...

Defamation of character in the federal government.

It all depends on what specifically the other person said. Did they just say you did a bad job? (this could be an opinion) Or did they...

Am I in danger of having to pay back child support, fines, or possibly face jail time for non child support payment?

You state that you "paid mutually agreed child support," but you do not state if this child support was made into a court order or not. That is...

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Question regarding actions to take for a "Motion to Withdraw Appearance" from my attorney

It seems that your attorney is withdrawing because he/she has already performed legal services for which you have not paid. An attorney has the...

What steps do a father take to get joint custody and can you refer an affordable lawyer to assist him obtain joint custody?

Maryland law is neutral regarding mothers and fathers because the law states quite clearly that the court must make decisions which promote the...

I filed a motion for child support increase. His lawyer filed a counter complaint

The court will analyze your motion for an increase in child support while analyzing his motion for a change in custody and visitation. This is...