Questions answered by Betty Elaine Jones

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Attorney told me my trial was no longer pending .. only a few days before the pretrial says it is still scheduled what do I do?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 19, 2014

You have an attorney, consult with him/her about this issue. Sincerely, B. Elaine Jones, Esq.

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If someone files two petitions for a modification of child support which one is the active one?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 19, 2014

I agree with Attorney Rhea, you really need to seek the assistance of an attorney. It sounds like the other attorney is trying to get you to agree...

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I have been paying child support and alimony by borrowing from friends. My X now wants to forgive arrearages & future payments?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 19, 2014

You can't waive child support. It is not the ex-wife's right to forgive the child support. You might be able to get some credit for the arrears...

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I received a document in the mail noticing me of a trial. What does "all discovery must be received before pretrial" mean?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 19, 2014

I agree with the other attorneys. I would strongly suggest that you get an attorney as you obviously do not know what is going on procedurally...

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I am pro se and was issued a clerks default in downward modification of child support . What does this mean?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 19, 2014

Seriously, the Default was entered 5 years ago? Why has it taken so long for the case to get to trial? A lot can happen to change the situation...

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I have petitioned for shared custody of my son, the mother is denying and counter petitioned. What is my next course of action?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 18, 2014

The next course of action is to schedule mediation. Good luck. Sincerely, B. Elaine Jones, Esq.

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Can i keep my ex's significant other away from meeting locations where it has to do with child and we both have to be there?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 18, 2014

Unless there is something specifically forbidding the parties from bringing others with them at the drop off and pickup of the children, you really...

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Motion to Change Venue - Family Law

Betty's answer | Answered on February 18, 2014

It sounds like what she is trying to do is domesticate a foreign order in the state that she moved to. If this was part of the mediation agreement...

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Do I need an attorney for this or is there another way I can get my children on my days without having this constant battle?

Betty's answer | Answered on February 18, 2014

If you know where they live, and there is no domestic violence injunction in place, go to the house and pick up the children. Otherwise, if you...

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Temporary relief

Betty's answer | Answered on February 18, 2014

I agree with Attorney Gerber. In Hillsborough County you are required to go to mediation before they will schedule a temporary hearing. Good...

Betty Elaine Jones's Answers (5139)

Attorney told me my trial was no longer pending .. only a few days before the pretrial says it is still scheduled what do I do?

If someone files two petitions for a modification of child support which one is the active one?

I have been paying child support and alimony by borrowing from friends. My X now wants to forgive arrearages & future payments?

I received a document in the mail noticing me of a trial. What does "all discovery must be received before pretrial" mean?

I am pro se and was issued a clerks default in downward modification of child support . What does this mean?

I have petitioned for shared custody of my son, the mother is denying and counter petitioned. What is my next course of action?

Can i keep my ex's significant other away from meeting locations where it has to do with child and we both have to be there?

Motion to Change Venue - Family Law

Do I need an attorney for this or is there another way I can get my children on my days without having this constant battle?

Temporary relief