Questions answered by Ryan Schwartz

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I got married without even thinking about it. I want a divorce what do I need to do

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Assuming you both agree to get a divorce you would need to file a no-fault divorce. The major hurdle being that you must be separated for a year. ...

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I found a purse at work and put it in the office. The police are asking me to take a poly.

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

You have the right to remain silent and you have the right to not take a polygraph test. Polygraph tests are not admissible in court at trial. I...

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My husband whom I am now separated from has retained an attorney to handle his agreement terms for child custody and support.

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

Because you are unemployed I suggest you contact DSS. They can help establish child support per the guidelines free of charge. They will not help...

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Can I serve my husband divorce paper if we live together, but haven't slept or deal with each in a year?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 19, 2014

I agree with Kevin, I would pay the nominal fee for an initial consultation. I have written about fault and no fault divorces which you can find...

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My child's father who has custody of my son has ignored every phone call I have tried to make to him.

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 13, 2014

Do you have an Order from the court establishing custody or setting visitation? I suggest contacting a family lawyer that you are comfortable...

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What are my chance in sc courts

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 08, 2014

Nobody can answer this because nobody knows the facts. You need to speak with a criminal defense attorney to figure out your best options. Feel...

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Father took our daughter for the weekend and refuses to return her yet..its been 3 weeks and shes 2!

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 07, 2014

I suggest you contact DSS in Horry County. 843-915-4700. They can help you establish child support. I would also contact South Carolina Legal...

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Is it proper to get a lawyer to write a letter to see what you are accused of - DSS? or is this something typ I dont understand?

Ryan's answer | Answered on April 28, 2014

Your situation seems extremely complicated and there are holes in your story that make it difficult for me to understand exactly what is going on. ...

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If I'm going to magistrate court for a cdv the state against me, can I request a trial by jury?

Ryan's answer | Answered on April 28, 2014

Yes, you should absolutely ask for a jury trial and then you should hire a lawyer. CDV is no joke and has serious and lasting consequences. Find...

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What are my rights as far as seeing my grandson?

Ryan's answer | Answered on April 23, 2014

This is a seriously complicated and fact driven question, however I will try to give you an overview the best I can with the limited time/facts...

Ryan Schwartz's Answers (190)

I got married without even thinking about it. I want a divorce what do I need to do

I found a purse at work and put it in the office. The police are asking me to take a poly.

My husband whom I am now separated from has retained an attorney to handle his agreement terms for child custody and support.

Can I serve my husband divorce paper if we live together, but haven't slept or deal with each in a year?

My child's father who has custody of my son has ignored every phone call I have tried to make to him.

What are my chance in sc courts

Father took our daughter for the weekend and refuses to return her yet..its been 3 weeks and shes 2!

Is it proper to get a lawyer to write a letter to see what you are accused of - DSS? or is this something typ I dont understand?

If I'm going to magistrate court for a cdv the state against me, can I request a trial by jury?

What are my rights as far as seeing my grandson?