How much is the usual filing fee for a divorce petition in Dekalb County Ga?

$207.50 in court costs. If you require service, add $50. If you require publication, add $80. Fee waivers can be submitted via paupers...

The statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Georgia is two years. It appears that if there was malpractice the possible dates would be...

Is it illegal for police or children services to question a nine year old without the parent.present?

It makes a lot of sense that they would investigate in this way, and the case obviously does involve you, as your parental fitness may be under...

My dog was in fight with another dog, am I liable?

Report the incident to your homeowners insurance AND your personal umbrella insurance carriers, as you may be sued and tehy may have to defend you...

Executor of my Mother's estate . Closing CD's , discovered one CD was a POD, I was informed I was beneficiary.

A CD with a payable on death clause is not part of the estate, and would be yours. However, the fact that you posted here is alarming as it...

Is it illegal for my lawyer to discuss my pending criminal case with my mother instead of me when IM 28 yrs old?

Unless you have given permission, it is a serious ethical violation for a lawyer to discuss your case with your mother. The lawyer can be...

I was served Contempt of court not paying visitation;didnt have money, what should answer to & counterclaim be?

A mistake here can be ruinously expensive and unfixable. You really need counsel (and probably will do an answer and counterclaim). If cost is...

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My husband I mutually signed divorce papers about a year ago.

This is the second time this was asked here on AVVO with the identical facts and city. My suggestion is "no." First of all, unless a lawyer...

Legitimizing a child

Unless he signed a legitimization form at the hospital (and not just a paternity declaration or birth certificate) he has no legal rights to the...

Are my sister and i responsible for our deceased fathers mortage and loan for a townhouse we want to let go into forclosure?

Your question involves Florida law an d in using a Georgia address, you posted on AVVO in an area where no Florida attorneys will see it. Repost...