I live in NC and my soon to be ex wife lives in Maine, I haven't seen her in over 5 years. How do I get a simple divorce?

Assuming you have lived in NC for the past six months, you can file for divorce here. The issue would be one of service, i.e. you must be able to...

Can I sue the father of my step kids for reducing his child support payments just because he felt like doing it?

I don't know that you have any recourse as they are not your children. You may be married to mom, but that in and of itself gives you no rights. ...

I'm divorced and have an 11 year old son. My ex and I do not have any agreements in place (no alimony, child support etc.).

Child support is on the table until the child turns 18. You may also be entitled to retroactive child support for the three years immediately...

Marriage overseas

If you were properly and legally married in your home country, then your marriage most likely recognized in the U.S. Further, if you have lived in...

How can I qualify for alimony

You need to speak with a family law attorney as soon as possible. If he has left you with no money and no way to pay your bills, you may be...

Am I under any legal obligation after divorce is finalized to give up joint property?

I agree with Ms. Bellingrath in that you are under no obligation to sign over your share to your husband and his new wife, and you should not sign...

When i filed for the emancipation of my oldest son my ex decided to bring up an arrear from another state from 13 yrs ago w/o

If I understand you correctly, you are paying a child support arrearage, not current child support. If you were ordered to pay an arrearage, you...

Falsified domestic violence claims

I agree with Ms. Haas. The best thing you, and any other witnesses, can do is to show up at the hearing and testify on his behalf. If you are...

If you were properly, legally married under Jamaican law, congratulations! You are married; even in North Carolina. Good luck to you.

Can the person that takes out a dvpo violate it?

No. A DVPO is a one-way street. The person who is awarded the order is not subject to the terms of the order. The DVPO is only effective against...