Will I have to pay child support if my ex owes me a large amount of back child support?

It is possible the court would require you to pay child support in a separate order, while you would still be entitled to child support owed to...

Wife served me with a motion for separate maintenance which I wish to contest. Filed in South Carolina. I live in Georgia.

I agree, you will need an attorney in SC to assist you. It seems you may be able to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction if Georgia is your...

Getting primary custody of my 6 year old daughter.

The main concern for the Judge in a modification of custody case such as your case is how this relationship affects your daughter. If there is...

Wife served me with a motion for separate maintenance which I wish to contest. How do I go about this?

I agree with my colleagues. Since she filed separate maintenance, it appears there may be still hope to reconcile if you want to. However, if you...

I agree with my colleague. You may be able to call the court and ask for it to be continued based on your medical condition. You will likely need a...

Can I get an anullment?

You can get an annulment if you were married under false pretenses. You should speak with an attorney to obtain more information, but based on the...

I work for the railroad how long after being married is he eligible for my retirement benefits

The longer you are married, the better his chances are to get more spousal support and retirement. Even if your retirement benefits are not...

What are my child custody modification options?

In a Contempt action, the Judge may modify parenting time to allow you more time with your children. In you want to modify custody beyond asking...

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What is the best way to speak with my attorney concerning my child-support case? I am not happy with what he has done so far.

You may want to meet with another attorney for a consultation to see if you are getting the advice you need or if anything should be done...

Does an alimony benefit have to be adjusted if the benefiting spouse's living situation changes?

There is no set formula for determining alimony. Alimony is based on your needs and your husband's ability to pay. Alimony can include an...