Questions answered by Loretta Ann Smith

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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?

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

Mr. Hughes is spot on. It is not a question of whether something is legal. It is a question of whether the two of you agree to it. It is only an...

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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.

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

I agree with Mr. Hughes. I would also point out that in order to file a Petition for Modification of Custody you have to have to assert that there...

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My daughter visited with her grand parents but they refused to give her back, now they adopted her, how is this legal??

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

It may be that you couldn't be located for service and were properly served by publication. If that is the case, then it was legal. Use the find...

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Can I file for contempt of court of a divorce decree and have a lawyer review my paperwork only?

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

Yes, you can hire an attorney JUST to review the paperwork. However, you should be mindful of the fact that the initial paperwork is usually only...

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How much alimony is fair and for how long

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

Mr. Hopkins has given you an excellent answer. Even seasoned attorneys don't have a crystal ball (or any absolute knowledge) which can predict...

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Can I cancel my income deduction order for child support and start back with my ex-husband paying me directly once a monthly.

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

It would most likely take another Court order to cancel an IDO once it has been served on his employer. That could take more than a few weeks to...

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My husband used trickery to transfer marital property into his corporate name early in our marriage. I have recently filed for

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

You should discuss these things with your attorney, or if you have filed a divorce without an attorney you need to find one right away. A divorce...

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How do I get an increase in child support?

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

As a first step, I would take your previous order to an attorney to review, along with your current income and your ex's rank, years of service and...

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I am a 31 year old woman being bullied at work. Please help me. Please.

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 14, 2015

Mr. Fitzpatrick is correct. Unfortunately there is no law against a boss being demanding or rude or "mentally abusive". There are laws against...

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Are employees supposed to get paid overtime hours if you work more than 40 hours a week?

Loretta's answer | Answered on October 14, 2015

I agree with Mr. Beasley. You are very likely covered under the Motor Carrier Act and exempt from overtime under the FLSA. Get a consultation from...

Loretta Ann Smith's Answers (7038)

I'm buying out spouse's share in the house under divorce, can I deduct brokerage (6-7%) & other expenses to calculate net share?

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.

My daughter visited with her grand parents but they refused to give her back, now they adopted her, how is this legal??

Can I file for contempt of court of a divorce decree and have a lawyer review my paperwork only?

How much alimony is fair and for how long

Can I cancel my income deduction order for child support and start back with my ex-husband paying me directly once a monthly.

My husband used trickery to transfer marital property into his corporate name early in our marriage. I have recently filed for

How do I get an increase in child support?

I am a 31 year old woman being bullied at work. Please help me. Please.

Are employees supposed to get paid overtime hours if you work more than 40 hours a week?