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In GA, can you hire the lawyer of your spouse if he fires her during a divorce case if you are not happy with yours?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
No, there would a conflict of interest and other ethical violations. For instance, it would violate the attorney-client privilege with the wife,...
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The judge did not grant my default judgment, why?
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Answered on October 15, 2015
This illustrates the importance of having legal counsel in family law proceedings. It's difficult to follow what happened and filing a default...
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I'm buying out spouse's share in the house under divorce, can I deduct brokerage (6-7%) & other expenses to calculate net share?
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Answered on October 14, 2015
No law dictates whether selling expenses are to be deducted or not. In an uncontested divorce you agree to it. If you can't agree to it, it becomes...
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I have joint custody of my child and pays child support, but my child has said she wishes to live with me and my child is 9.
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Answered on October 14, 2015
The age of election is 11-14 and although it's a presumption at 14, the judge has final say in the best interest of the child. 9 yeas old is a...
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What are my rights to a divorce in GA when one party has mental depression from the other party?
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Answered on October 14, 2015
There doesn't have to be a "fault" ground for divorce in GA. You can obtain a divorce alleging the marriage is irretrievably broken. Consult with...
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If my son is suppose to reciece a goverment check am i still intitled to pay child support
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Answered on October 13, 2015
If there is an existing order to pay child support you must follow it. You may file a petition to modify child support if there's been a...
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My x husband died and I have my divorce settlement papers. And my late husband has not paid anything towards my alimony. He was
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Answered on October 12, 2015
You should consult with a family law attorney to review your settlement agreement. Periodic alimony usually ends upon the death of the spouse. You...
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Work PT and desire divorce from a 15yr old marriage based on bigamy issues. I'm financially handicapped. How can I get help pls
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Answered on October 12, 2015
Georgia Legal Aid or Legal Aid in your area may be able to help you with a divorce. As you may know, the second, bigamous marriage is void, so you...
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How would I be able to lower my child support payment.
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Answered on October 11, 2015
You would file a petition to modify child support. You would have to chow a substantial change in circumstances since the last child support order....
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My ex owes me thousands of dollars from not paying half of medical and sports expenses. Do I need a lawyer to recover this money
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Answered on October 11, 2015
Yes, you would be advised to hire a lawyer. A letter from a law firm outlining the reasons for a citation for contempt may actually avoid...
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