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What are the consequences in Georgia for holding someone in contempt and found guilty of it?

Jenna's answer | Answered on July 08, 2016

Its likely going to be hard to punish someone for this type of behavior. Typically, contempt citations result in a fine. These types of issues...

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Do I have any rights as a father? My wife and I are separating and will soon divorce. She wants to take our daughter to Italy.

Jenna's answer | Answered on May 18, 2016

You should consult with a local attorney. Generally, both parents have to sign authorization for a minor to get a passport. If you have not...

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Do I as the mother have sole custody of her? Can I take her on vacation with me out of the country without her fathers consent?

Jenna's answer | Answered on April 07, 2016

For anyone to really answer this question they will need more information. Consult a local attorney with more details about your wedding. You...

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Can I file for divorce without my spouse since we have been separated for two years and live in two different states?

Jenna's answer | Answered on April 01, 2016

Are you asking whether you can file contested vs. uncontested? If you want to file you would be the Plaintiff and your Spouse would be the...

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Can you file Chapter 13 or any other type of bankruptcy when your spouse is in prison?

Jenna's answer | Answered on March 31, 2016

Yes, although you are still married you can file individually. Consult with a bankruptcy attorney to inquire about filing.

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How to go about a divorce? What's the cheapest way?

Jenna's answer | Answered on March 21, 2016

Please speak to an attorney. If you don't know his whereabouts you may have to divorce him via publication so that he will be properly served-...

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How does the state of Georgia court view situations such as these.

Jenna's answer | Answered on March 18, 2016

It does appear that your children are of the age where they can give input as to which parent they chose to live with, and if the person they chose...

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Would it be a big mistake to dismiss the case and work with debt settlement. That would at least work with the unsecured.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

The 5 years begins to run from the date of filing, so you have been paying towards your plan since 2013. Without more detail it would be hard to...

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Can I file bankruptcy on my debts without involving my spouse?

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 24, 2016

You will have to provide information about your spouses income and expenses at the very least. The Bankruptcy Code requires that the income...

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How do I go about defending his petition with my proof that he has committed adultery as well.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 24, 2016

The best way to defend the suit is to hire an attorney. I would focus less on the fault grounds and more on the custody issues. You will need...

Jenna Blackwell Matson's Answers (82)

What are the consequences in Georgia for holding someone in contempt and found guilty of it?

Do I have any rights as a father? My wife and I are separating and will soon divorce. She wants to take our daughter to Italy.

Do I as the mother have sole custody of her? Can I take her on vacation with me out of the country without her fathers consent?

Can I file for divorce without my spouse since we have been separated for two years and live in two different states?

Can you file Chapter 13 or any other type of bankruptcy when your spouse is in prison?

How to go about a divorce? What's the cheapest way?

How does the state of Georgia court view situations such as these.

Would it be a big mistake to dismiss the case and work with debt settlement. That would at least work with the unsecured.

Can I file bankruptcy on my debts without involving my spouse?

How do I go about defending his petition with my proof that he has committed adultery as well.