If I'm collecting social security benefits, can I collect any of my spouse's benefits after a divorce?
It depends. You need to sit down and talk with a lawyer.
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It depends. You need to sit down and talk with a lawyer.
You hire a lawyer, that's what you do. And not in a few days, tomorrow.
While discovery is fairly open, this seems to be a fishing expedition. You should have a lawyer represent you and fight this request.
You can file a Motion with the Court. You can, and should, also file a Motion for Parenting Time if you haven't already done so.
If your child has wisdom teeth which need to be pulled or if he/she needs braces (per a DDS recommendation), then you're each 50/50 responsible.
You can file for a divorce right away. No benefit to filing for a Legal Separation.
If you're contemplating filing divorce, then you should just deal with everything at the same time.
You need to sit down with a lawyer. Your case is complicated and needs detailed attention.
Each of you has the potential right. The judge will probably alternate the exemption.
Your question isn't very clear. You should call a lawyer and get some guidance on how to proceed.