Can someone from Costa Rica married to a US resident claim child support?

I too do not know Costa Rican law. However, your friend can definitely seek relief in whatever state the Husband resides.

Can motions filed with the court be heard and ruled upon at a Case Management hearing? Ex. Contempt, Temporary Timesharing

Depending on the Judge, some of the requested motions may be hearing during the case management conference as time allows. If it cannot be hearing...

Can I amend my divorce decree to increase child support payments?

You can take two routes. One, you could contact the Department of Revenue child support enforcement division, and ask them to pursue it on your...

How do I terminate the father of my baby's rights?

Currently, the father has no rights. He has to file for paternity in order to establish them. You are considered the sole legal custodian of the...

Divorce. We bought home in Apr 2010, should i sign a quit claim deed? What is the most equitable way to do taxes with 3 kids?

If you are going to allow your spouse to remain in the home, I would request that she refinance the home or that you sell it. If you do not, your...

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My spouse is trying to get alimony from me I am a disabled veteran I receive Va benefits and Social Security.

Veteran benefits and those received from Social security can be used as a source of income from which a court can pull from to fund alimony....

What should i do if i file for divorce and custody and i receive a order for ref. to magistrate and i can't afford a lawyer?

A magistrate is a finder of fact that must get approval of his/her findings from the CIrcuit Court judge who is assigned to the case. There are...

We've been married 10 years this year. We own two houses, 2 vehicles, etc. Am I entitled to alimony & half of the assets?

A marriage lasting 10 years is a gray area marriage. There is no presumption for or against an award of alimony if you marriage is one of this...

My ex wife and I want to modify our divorce agreement. can we do this without a lawyer. we have no money.

Most courts require a supplemental petition for modification to be filed before it will adopt an agreement that you and your ex-wife have made....

I was married in Mass and reside in Florida where do I file for Divorce, he is still in Mass.

Technically, the state in which you and he last lived together as man and wife has a better claim for jurisdiction on your divorce; but, you can...