Scott Burnham Hollis

Scott Burnham Hollis's Answers (25)

Olive Branch, MS

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Olive Branch, MS

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury ... +10 more

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Can my wife get a portion of my retirement?

Scott's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

If your retirement plan is determined to be a marital asset, it is then subject to equitable distribution between the husband and wife. Beware of...

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If I caught my wife cheating and can prove it am I entitled to half of her assets?

Scott's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

In MS, your proof of adultery entitles you to a divorce. Her assets are a different issue. Don't do this yourself. Go hire a lawyer.

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How long does it normally take a magistrate judge to rule on a pending litigation suit?

Scott's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

First, I assume perhaps you filed two Responses in Opposition to Motions for Summary Judgment. Unless you consented to trial by the magistrate, a...

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Can my daughter get a divorce on grounds of abandonment?Also can she get our granddaughters last name changed to her maiden name

Scott's answer | Answered on December 23, 2015

Abandonment is a grounds for divorce in Mississippi. A name change ordinarily requires the consent of both parents. Depending on the facts,...

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Will I be forced to do these things. I was served with papers for court . On this day can I ask for time to get attorney???

Scott's answer | Answered on December 14, 2015

The answers advising you to engage counsel are prudent and correct. The papers with which you were served demand that you take certain actions to...

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