Does 12-month separation period start as soon as I file for divorce, or do I file for separation first?

You do not need to file to begin the seperation time. May sure you communicate the intention to seperate and that you live in seperate bedrooms....

My husband is filing Chapter 7. What is the likelihood that the creditors will come after me instead? Should we just file joint?

You should definitely seek the advice of an experienced bankruptcy attorney. The key is to determine what joint debts you both have together. ...

Are social security benefits safe from ch7?

The social security back pay will be protected. You are on the right path considering not co-mingling. Definitely consult with an experienced...

We will be discharged from our Chapter 13 at the end of 2014, is it too late to try to do a lien stripping of our 2nd mortgage?

What is your attorneys advice at this time? As a general rule in our District, the lien stripping of a 2nd mortgage would be done at the beginning...

What should I do to regain unsupervised visitations and eventually full custody?

You definitely need to consult with an experienced custody attorney in your area. In most cases your engagement will not affect the outcome of...

Which state has jurisdiction?

VIRGINIA DOES SINCE SHE HAS NOT RESIDED IN FLORIDA FOR SIX MONTHS.

Can spouse move out of the area with our child?

Without having grounds for divorce, you can file a petition in JDR court where you live for a custody and visitation determination. The Court will...

When the adoption took place 12 years ago, the parental rights of the biological father were terminated. Where does he live? What does your...

The Father Will not supply Address

Do you know where he works? Does he live in Chesterfield? Does the father object to the relocation to Virginia Beach. An experienced custody...

So if my X makes more money than me and just bought a 280000 house and I have had custody of my 13 year old daughter for 12 yeaa

His won't be able to reverse custody based on the higher income or nicer house, especially with you having custody of your daughter for such a...