Questions answered by J. Matthew Catchick Jr.

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I want to know if you only been married for two years and you get a divorce do you have to split everything down the middle

J.'s answer | Answered on May 31, 2016

Although the general rule is to equally divide those assets and debts acquired during the marriage, in some very short-term marriage situations one...

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What can I do to keep my husband from having any legal rights to a property that was quit claimed to me by my parents.

J.'s answer | Answered on May 25, 2016

You want to try to convince a Judge or Mediator that your interest in the Condo should be considered "separate property." I would likely avoid...

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Need Help fighting for Custody of child

J.'s answer | Answered on May 20, 2016

The challenge for you is that you are looking for a low-cost legal option as to one of the most difficult and expensive things to litigate in...

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How do I modify child support based on this situation?

J.'s answer | Answered on May 17, 2016

If the last Court Order on file states 61 overnights (which is very low), and if he is not exercising those overnights, you can file a Motion...

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My soon to be ex is playing dirty and I keep coming in last, what else can I do to get 50/50 of our daughter?

J.'s answer | Answered on May 13, 2016

Properly litigating custody is one of the most challenging things to do in family law, and if he has a lawyer, IMHO, you definitely need a lawyer...

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Will my bond be continued

J.'s answer | Answered on May 12, 2016

I would need to know a lot more info before I could give you a definitive answer. If you bonded out after your initial arrest, and if you have...

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What are the chances that if I ask her to be released she will let me off 3 months early. I've spent 18 months on probation

J.'s answer | Answered on May 03, 2016

The 4 past dirty drops will make your goal challenging, but there is likely no hurt in asking -- the worst the Judge can say is no. Are all your...

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What happens when the mother goes against court order and with out court approval and up and moves to another state with child?

J.'s answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

I would strongly recommend the father file a Petition for Order to Show Cause as soon as possible with the Michigan Court, and seek a court order...

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I need a good restitution lawyer in the Kalamazoo area

J.'s answer | Answered on April 22, 2016

Try Becket Jones -- he's a criminal defense attorney in your area. I hope you enjoy a fabulous weekend. Warmest regards, Matt Catchick.

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I'm having problems setting a visit with daughter even with court order.

J.'s answer | Answered on April 21, 2016

You may have to take her to court, or you may need further detail and clarification in the court order that is already on file, if that order fails...

J. Matthew Catchick Jr.'s Answers (1831)

I want to know if you only been married for two years and you get a divorce do you have to split everything down the middle

What can I do to keep my husband from having any legal rights to a property that was quit claimed to me by my parents.

Need Help fighting for Custody of child

How do I modify child support based on this situation?

My soon to be ex is playing dirty and I keep coming in last, what else can I do to get 50/50 of our daughter?

Will my bond be continued

What are the chances that if I ask her to be released she will let me off 3 months early. I've spent 18 months on probation

What happens when the mother goes against court order and with out court approval and up and moves to another state with child?

I need a good restitution lawyer in the Kalamazoo area

I'm having problems setting a visit with daughter even with court order.