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Can i change my attorney to an higher level attorney in the middle of a divorce case while ordering my husband to pay the fees?
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Answered on August 15, 2015
It will be difficult to switch to a top-level, high-dollar attorney without a sizable up front payment.
If the court orders your husband pay...
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Do I need a family law lawyer?
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Answered on August 06, 2015
I recommend you speak with a family law attorney if your husband will not consent. The attorney may have some arguments you may use with your...
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How do I get Florida to give up jurisdiction?
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Answered on August 06, 2015
The best and least expensive path to getting a jurisdictional change is to obtain consent from your ex.
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Hey my wife and I separated in late 2013. I always paid life insurance because my wife was a stay at home mom but she would
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Answered on August 04, 2015
I would need more information. Were you legally separated when she passed away? I agree, you should speak to a local insurance attorney.
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Can I modify my $1 alimony and get legal fees from my 2009 divorce? Cannot afford to pay until I recoup from him.
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Answered on August 02, 2015
Permanent Alimony can be modified by showing a substantial change in circumstances. A “substantial change in circumstances” means a change that was...
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How can I have a closed divorce case's jurisdiction moved from one state to my current home state?
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Answered on August 02, 2015
If your ex-husband still lives in the jurisdiction where the Order was entered, and he does not consent, it will be very difficult to have...
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How do I file a person for a child custody hearing?
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Answered on August 02, 2015
Most Judges schedule all divorces for mediation unless the parties have come to a full settlement or it is inappropriate for some reason such as...
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While separated from my wife my mother purchased a home under my name. Since we are still married both our names are on Deed.
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Answered on August 02, 2015
You should try to get her to execute a Quitclaim Deed as soon as possible. I recommend you have a local attorney draw one up. You could meet her...
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I'm in the military, my wife filed for divorce where I'm stationed, can I move the case to the state where she and my child live
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Answered on August 02, 2015
Florida waives the 6 month residency requirement for active duty service members who are on PCS orders to Florida. I agree with the other...
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My divorce attorney wants to withdrawal after I have given a $20,000 retainer and no court date after 1 year!
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Answered on August 02, 2015
I agree you should take your retainer agreement to a local attorney. Most fee agreements state a fee structure, including an hourly rate for...
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