Questions answered by Carri Briseno

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When filling out the complaint for divorce (with minor children), does it matter that the children were born before marriage?

Carri's answer | Answered on December 03, 2016

The other attorneys are all correct, the simple answer is yes. I am simply commenting to add my concerns to those already expressed and encourage...

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What can be done if someone cashed a check that was wrote to me?

Carri's answer | Answered on November 15, 2016

This is a crime, contact the police and make a report.

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How do I get custody of my niece and nephew?

Carri's answer | Answered on November 15, 2016

I agree with Attorney Kronzek. I also think that you may have at least one other option in the interim but I cannot tell from the facts you have...

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Would the judge approve or agree with the mutual arrangement on a divorce even if one of the parent makes more than the other?

Carri's answer | Answered on October 26, 2016

It is sometimes possible to deviate from the Child Support Formula if there is a good reason to do so but I cannot give you a prediction of what a...

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Am I able to sue an ex after finding out they were using rent money for not paying rent?

Carri's answer | Answered on October 26, 2016

If I am reading your facts correctly, it sounds like you were paying him $800 a month in rent to live in his condo and you moved out prior to the...

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If we take this to court, would we have a chance of actually winning full custody of the children

Carri's answer | Answered on October 25, 2016

I agree with Attorney Kronzek, your husband should consult an experienced family law attorney in the proper county (I am not even sure based on...

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I'm getting divorce ,I have a vechile and my house .that is in mine (wife's name) and my moms name ..would he be able to take?

Carri's answer | Answered on September 26, 2016

I cannot tell by your question if either of you have filed for divorce yet but it sounds like that has not been done. You should consult with a few...

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At what point does a judge listen to the children in a custody case? When does it become the child's wishes?

Carri's answer | Answered on September 06, 2016

You have already received great answers to your questions from my fellow attorneys already. I would agree that the older a child is, the more...

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How long in Michigan after child custody mediation does the agreement have to be made a court order?

Carri's answer | Answered on September 06, 2016

I absolutely agree with the attorneys who have previously answered and only add my input to emphasize how important it is that you seek out an...

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Is the landlord allowed to keep a security deposit if the tenant moves out without leaving anyway to contact them?

Carri's answer | Answered on August 10, 2016

Well, yes. Generally, if the tenant has not provided a forwarding address to the landlord, then the landlord can keep the security deposit. As far...

Carri Briseno's Answers (201)

When filling out the complaint for divorce (with minor children), does it matter that the children were born before marriage?

What can be done if someone cashed a check that was wrote to me?

How do I get custody of my niece and nephew?

Would the judge approve or agree with the mutual arrangement on a divorce even if one of the parent makes more than the other?

Am I able to sue an ex after finding out they were using rent money for not paying rent?

If we take this to court, would we have a chance of actually winning full custody of the children

I'm getting divorce ,I have a vechile and my house .that is in mine (wife's name) and my moms name ..would he be able to take?

At what point does a judge listen to the children in a custody case? When does it become the child's wishes?

How long in Michigan after child custody mediation does the agreement have to be made a court order?

Is the landlord allowed to keep a security deposit if the tenant moves out without leaving anyway to contact them?