Questions answered by Lloyd T. Kelso

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Moving out of State with 16 and 17 year olds.

Lloyd's answer | Answered on November 20, 2013

Relocation cases involve a number of factors that you failed to mention. It is important to know the motives for your move as well as the motive...

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If I give up temporary custody can I get him back?

Lloyd's answer | Answered on September 19, 2013

It is impossible to weigh all the factors related to your inquiry in this forum. Custody involves a determination of what is in the best interest...

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My son was told by his father if he would come live with him, he would pay his car ins. Worried that my son will leave due to $

Lloyd's answer | Answered on September 11, 2013

Sounds as if he is engaged in a form of parental alienation. I would hire an attorney and make a motion for a restraining order to prevent his...

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Hi, my friend was considering having sexual intercourse with a 17 year old female and he is 20 years old. Is that legal in NC?

Lloyd's answer | Answered on September 11, 2013

Intercourse outside of marriage is still a crime in NC. I would encourage them to wait until they are married.

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Do I have a case in North Carolina (regarding termination of biological father's rights & my husband adopting my daughter) ?

Lloyd's answer | Answered on August 10, 2013

If the biological father will sign a consent to the adoption then termination of parental rights is unnecessary. He may consent if he know he will...

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Using husband's 401(k) as source for settlement, but doing a QDRO

Lloyd's answer | Answered on August 10, 2013

The funds you receive from the 401k can be rolled into an individual retirement account or other qualified plan in your name tax free; however you...

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What are my chances of getting custody if I have a PAST history of drug abuse, but the other parent continues to be violent?

Lloyd's answer | Answered on August 10, 2013

Almost everyone has a past. What matters most in a custody case is the fitness of the parents and deciding what is in the best interest of the...

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Inherited property purchased from relatives for $5 valid arms length, does the spouse of a purchaser have any claim to it.

Lloyd's answer | Answered on August 05, 2013

Need more information to assess this situation. If the property was acquired by purchase during the marriage then it is marital property and...

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Do I have a good chance at winning a custody case for me to move with my son to Florida?

Lloyd's answer | Answered on August 05, 2013

You would need to file a motion to modify the custody agreement and obtain permission to move. The court will consider a number of factors in...

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NC law: multiple questions about leaving?

Lloyd's answer | Answered on July 28, 2013

NC has an equitable distribution of property law that treats property and debt acquired during the marriage like a partnership. So it does not...

Lloyd T. Kelso's Answers (552)

Moving out of State with 16 and 17 year olds.

If I give up temporary custody can I get him back?

My son was told by his father if he would come live with him, he would pay his car ins. Worried that my son will leave due to $

Hi, my friend was considering having sexual intercourse with a 17 year old female and he is 20 years old. Is that legal in NC?

Do I have a case in North Carolina (regarding termination of biological father's rights & my husband adopting my daughter) ?

Using husband's 401(k) as source for settlement, but doing a QDRO

What are my chances of getting custody if I have a PAST history of drug abuse, but the other parent continues to be violent?

Inherited property purchased from relatives for $5 valid arms length, does the spouse of a purchaser have any claim to it.

Do I have a good chance at winning a custody case for me to move with my son to Florida?

NC law: multiple questions about leaving?