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Do most lawyers need money up front before negotiating with another lawyer in regards to a divorce settlement
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Answered on February 11, 2015
Yes, we do. Otherwise we end up becoming bill collectors instead of attorneys.
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Wife has contacted several attorneys that say, "...get a lawyer, get a lawyer." Very damming evidence but no financial means.
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Answered on February 02, 2015
In Virginia, it's actually against the Profession Rules of Conduct for an attorney to take a contingency fee in a divorce case. The reason being is...
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My lawyer says that I have to get a copy of my separated spouses wages. She will not give them to me. What do I do?
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Answered on January 31, 2015
If you have a lawyer, they should be able to use discovery tools to get the wage info. If you don't have a lawyer, you should hire one.
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Once I have filed for divorce and my husband and I are living in two different residents how long do I have to wait before I can
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Answered on January 28, 2015
This site is meant for general information only; not specific legal advice. Generally, once a person in the marriage separates with the intent that...
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I really need a lawyer and can't get through to legal aid in Richmond, VA.
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Answered on January 22, 2015
Generally, you must note an appeal of a divorce within 30 days from the entry of the final decree. This site is for general information only and...
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My wife and I have been separated since 2006 and she won't agree to the divorce, what can I do?
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Answered on January 22, 2015
At this stage, you can file for divorce for any number of reasons. You should consult a local, experience family lawyer. Most of us give free...
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Can I/should I include custody amendment request in a divorce filing if there is already a custody order in JDR court?
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Answered on January 21, 2015
You should be able to just include it in the divorce complaint. You should retain a local, experienced family lawyer to assist you.
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I have primary custody (with the father having limited visitations) & joint legal custody with the children's father.
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Answered on January 20, 2015
With that limited info it is tough to say. You should retain a local, experienced attorney to assist you.
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Whats the likelihood a parent could move a child out of state for their romantic relationship in a joint custody situation?
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Answered on January 20, 2015
Unlikely, but possible. You should consult a local experienced family lawyer to assist you in objecting to relocation.
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Who keeps the house in our divorce and who stays in it during the separation.
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Answered on January 19, 2015
Tough to say. Generally if a person owned a residence prior to marriage, the owner would more often get it. But renovation value during marriage...
