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I have a lawyer and I feel he not doing his all. I have proof my husband committed adultery. He also abandoned us.

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

Discuss these issues directly with your lawyer. It sounds like he is doing a lot of things right; there is not enough information here to know if...

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Ive Been fighting for a divorce and child support over year. I finally got a check and he only gave me half and still saw my

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

I agree with Ms. Herndon. If he is not paying as directed, you need to file a motion for contempt. You should discuss this with your attorney. ...

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Is there any way that I can have a restraining order dropped? Does what she did qualify for false imprisonment?

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

If I am reading your question correctly, there has already been a hearing and she has already obtained a 12 month protective order. The only...

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What happens in an emergency hearing for child custody?

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

I absolutely agree with my colleagues. The court will be determining whether there is an emergency and will determine temporary custody of your...

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What can I expect at our hearing for temporary custody?

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

Even with the additional facts you have supplied, none of has enough information to estimate your chance of success. It appears you have gone...

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What do I do if anything

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

I agree with Mr. Birchmore. There are ways to get divorced even where you don't know the whereabouts of your husband. Whether you get divorced...

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My ex wife said i have to show her paper work of drug test of the day i visit my son. Is this true and if it is who pays for it.

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

Your ex-wife may be trying to fulfill her obligation to protect your child without going through a full-blown court case right now. You don't have...

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I want to know how can I get custody of my children? They want to live with me. The court didn't deam me an unfit mother.

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

If there has been a significant change of circumstances since the divorce, you can file for a modification of custody. The court will decide...

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What qualifies you for an emergency jurisdiction in a custody case

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

Mr. Hopkins is spot on. Georgia courts won't exercise emergency jurisdiction unless the child is in this state and he has been abandoned or he or...

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Who should pay for a no fault divorce, the plaintiff or both parties?

Loretta's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

I suggest you repost your question using a PA location so you bring it to the attention of attorneys who are familiar with PA law.

Loretta Ann Smith's Answers (7035)

I have a lawyer and I feel he not doing his all. I have proof my husband committed adultery. He also abandoned us.

Ive Been fighting for a divorce and child support over year. I finally got a check and he only gave me half and still saw my

Is there any way that I can have a restraining order dropped? Does what she did qualify for false imprisonment?

What happens in an emergency hearing for child custody?

What can I expect at our hearing for temporary custody?

What do I do if anything

My ex wife said i have to show her paper work of drug test of the day i visit my son. Is this true and if it is who pays for it.

I want to know how can I get custody of my children? They want to live with me. The court didn't deam me an unfit mother.

What qualifies you for an emergency jurisdiction in a custody case

Who should pay for a no fault divorce, the plaintiff or both parties?