Hi, how are you? I hope all is well. I have a couple who are divorcing and although the two has been separate.

Any "live" debts should be described in the settlement agreement specifying who is responsible for what part of each debt. You should consult with...

If my divorce decree has lawyers fees as a "remedy for breach" can the judge lower the amount ordered?

I agree with my colleague Mr. Rice. I would add on a somewhat cynical note that attorney fees are what keep litigation down in family law. Even in...

What can I do to be free without emancipation?

What you describe isn't a problem with a legal solution. In a year and a half you can lead your life as you please. Chin up.

Can i sign the divorce settlement with a notary then give to my soon ex to sign at her convenience?

Yes, you can each sign the settlement agreement (and other documents) in front of different notaries at different times.

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The minimum age in Georgia 16 with both parents' consent. A quick Google search shows the minimum age in any state is 14 with a judge's order....

When a person is going through a divorce in a custody situation and this person wanting child suppot

As my colleague states, first you appear to have grounds for a contempt action for the child support arrearage and second you may have a...

Child custody and unpaid child support

Faced with having to respond to his petition for modification you might as well answer it and file a contempt motion. The cases will likely be...

How do my ex and I file a modification to visitation and child support?

It's really too complicated to take on yourselves. Since it's consensual, it should not cost an arm and a leg in legal fees. And you cannot decide...

Can a father receive credit for documented child support paid prior to court order if he filed for legitimization?

You will not receive credit for those pre-order payments. There is some confusion about that "oral agreement". What do you mean by "recorded" and...

Can a lien be placed on my home because of debt my wife has, i.e. student loans, back child support, medical bills.

You should consult a family law attorney to examine the situation. The question is whether your wife has an interest in the home. This is not...