Questions answered by Marcia Cuesta Locke

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How can I find out how much equity is in my home that my ex husband is currently residing in?

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

Do nothing without getting documents. Are you on the note ( responsible in full or in part for paying the mortgage?) If you are in any way...

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Does my birth mother have rights to POA if something should happen to me, even though we do not have a relationship?

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

In Florida, if you are an adult and of sound mind, you are able to execute documents ( and revoke any prior documents) giving legal rights to...

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My father is 85 just released from hosp. He lives in zephyerhills he is married and his wife has children near by..

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

If your father is unable to care for himself, he needs to make sure he has someone who can provide for his needs. The "abandonment " charge...

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Can my daughter's aunt get custody of her behind my back

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

You are the natural guardian of your daughter. Her aunt could seek to have your parental rights terminated, but it is very difficult to do that...

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Why do they need my ex's permission?

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

No they should not be doing this. However, it may be as simple as the school not having the judgment from the in their files or in their...

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I am being oppressed and neglected by my parents. Can I runaway legally or become emancipated?

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

Are you in school or go to a church? I would first talk to your school counselor about the situation. They should be able to help you figure out...

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I come from MA but I have been living in Tampa, Fl (Hillsborough County) for the past two years but my wife lives in MA.

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

"How much" is a really difficult question to answer. If there are no children, real property, investments or other significant assets and debt to...

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My daughter (15) went to visit relatives in New York. Her father then took her to Virginia with his new wife.

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

You need to contact a family law lawyer in your area asap. Do you live in Florida and he lives in Virginia? There are jurisdictional issues here. ...

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My ex "told" me that this was my weekend with our son and then did not respond or check email to read my response

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

If this is a "one time thing" and is genuine dispute, the best thing to do is talk to your ex when she is calm and rational and try to resolve it. ...

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If i tell someone "better pray you leave the state before i find you" is that a criminal offense

Marcia's answer | Answered on January 16, 2015

As an ex-prosecutor, I would say that it is unlikely you would be prosecuted for this; particularly if he is having sex with your underage...

Marcia Cuesta Locke's Answers (38)

How can I find out how much equity is in my home that my ex husband is currently residing in?

Does my birth mother have rights to POA if something should happen to me, even though we do not have a relationship?

My father is 85 just released from hosp. He lives in zephyerhills he is married and his wife has children near by..

Can my daughter's aunt get custody of her behind my back

Why do they need my ex's permission?

I am being oppressed and neglected by my parents. Can I runaway legally or become emancipated?

I come from MA but I have been living in Tampa, Fl (Hillsborough County) for the past two years but my wife lives in MA.

My daughter (15) went to visit relatives in New York. Her father then took her to Virginia with his new wife.

My ex "told" me that this was my weekend with our son and then did not respond or check email to read my response

If i tell someone "better pray you leave the state before i find you" is that a criminal offense