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What do we have to do, legally, in the state of Georgia, to make him leave and how long will it take?

John's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

It sounds like there is no written lease and thus he is very likely a tenant at will. Presuming that is correct, you/the LL must give 60 days...

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What's the chances of being giving overnight visitation every weekend during an contested divorce.

John's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

All of the previous responses give good advice and after reading some of the comments, it appears that you have communication problems with your...

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Can I make repairs to my apartment and subtract the amount from rent in Georgia?

John's answer | Answered on February 26, 2016

You send a written notice (best if done by certified mail) to the LL demanding repairs be completed in a reasonable amount of time. If and when...

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I broke my lease and the apartment complex evicted me instead

John's answer | Answered on February 26, 2016

You state that you "broke" the lease. Did you obtain anything in writing that terminated the lease early? Before breaking the lease, did you put...

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John's answer | Answered on February 26, 2016

This site does not allow the participants to solicit business directly from people who pose questions. Use the "Find a Lawyer" Tab on AVVO and...

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What are my options at this point?

John's answer | Answered on February 26, 2016

You need to start addressing this matter. If in fact you were never served in the original case, the thing to do was to hire a lawyer and look...

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What advice would you give me to tell her what to do in this situation

John's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

Presuming they were not married and that he has not already established legitimacy by court order, he has no rights. If and when he files the...

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Can I throw a party at the house?

John's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

It sounds like a very bad idea to me. Are you a minor? Your parents do not want you having people over at their house when they are gone, and...

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What am I to do? Do I have a legit case against this officer? Could I sue him as well for defamation?

John's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

I agree with what Mr. Green has stated. It sounds like there was marijuana in your vehicle, and as such it was "yours" unless the other occupant...

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How do I go about defending his petition with my proof that he has committed adultery as well.

John's answer | Answered on February 24, 2016

Your best bet is to hire a lawyer to represent you in the divorce case. It sounds like it will be a contested case. Even in settlement cases with...

John Taylor Hopkins IV's Answers (7419)

What do we have to do, legally, in the state of Georgia, to make him leave and how long will it take?

What's the chances of being giving overnight visitation every weekend during an contested divorce.

Can I make repairs to my apartment and subtract the amount from rent in Georgia?

I broke my lease and the apartment complex evicted me instead

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What are my options at this point?

What advice would you give me to tell her what to do in this situation

Can I throw a party at the house?

What am I to do? Do I have a legit case against this officer? Could I sue him as well for defamation?

How do I go about defending his petition with my proof that he has committed adultery as well.