Do I have to pay back money given to me by my ex-husband while we were dating?

No, no and no. If the $20K was to be a loan, he should have had you sign a promissory note. If he wanted to have the matter preserved, he should...

I am trying to get two items from an ex spouse. One is a baby blanket my grandma made me and one is a plant stand that was gift

If the judgment has been entered and the two items are not mentioned, then you could have a problem, as Mr. Gornbein suggests. Even so, the lawyer...

Your husband is bullying you. Please consult with a lawyer in your area, so you can learn about your rights. Check with legal aid if necessary. ...

How can I get a divorce/annulment from my husband in Ghana?

Your biggest problems may be serving the papers. This, alone, suggests that you may want to hire a lawyer to advise you.

I am in Michigan. My brother died in 2010 without a will. I am the only living relative (sister). His estate is in Kal. MI

Assuming no creditors have appeared, or any creditor claims have been dealt with in one way or another, and the period for filing claims has run...

Can I leave and then file divorce without being penalized. Do I need to legally separate first. I am scared to let him know.

Generally (every case is different), a person in your situation can leave the marital home without the fact of leaving having an impact on the...

As the other lawyers have suggested, your wife's rights to your pension,etc., is limited. However, in order to adequately protect yourself. You...

Can I take my share of certain assets from an estate as part of my distribution without having to pay the estate cash for them?

Michigan has intestacy laws to cover situations where a person dies without a will. The purpose of probate is to pass title to items whose title...

If I just got divorced on April 25th and signed the papers, is there any recourse to stop the divorce process from going thru?

I agree with Mr. Gornbein. Talk with a lawyer at once to learn your options.

Public administrator in Michigan.

Since each case is unique, you may want to get a copy of the probate file and talk to a lawyer about what is going on in your case.