If I purchased/own a home prior to marriage, can my husband go after my property should our marriage end up in a divorce?

In California, community property is all property acquired by the parties during the marriage and separate property is all property acquired either...

Im getting married and my son's father wont sign over his rights, can I still attach my fiance's last name to my sons?

Pursuant to the Texas Family Code, you must file a Petition for Change of Name. The links below will guide you in your...

My ex wife is refusing to return our child to me for the remainder of my summer parenting time

The Indiana Parenting Guidelines are mean to assist parents in developing parenting plans. The Guidelines provide that the parents should split...

You can wait to service the Proof of Service for two weeks as long as you indicate the proper date on which he was served. Alternatively, you...

Supervised visitation not totally supervised

If the order provides that the ex wife's visitation is to be supervised for a continuous 48 hours, then it does not matter if the child was asleep...

What whill happen if i get married, but am still in a common law marriage with my ex from Colorado?

A common law marriage only matters when it comes to things like alimony and spousal support. If your state recognizes common law marriages, then...

Is there a way to get a divorce without lawyers if it is uncontested?

Yes, you can get a common law divorce without lawyers if it is uncontested. Call the New Jersey Bar Association and ask if they can refer you to a...

Who is the primary parent

Unless there is a court order specifically stating that your wife is the primary residential parent, there is no presumption that she is the...

Do minor errors in legal paperwork have any significance?

Such mistakes, although slightly embarrassing, are insignificant. Your wife's attorney will deny the allegation that your son was born, for...

If I file legal separation, can my spouse go ahead and get a divorce instead?

Yes, your husband can request and petition for a divorce once your file for a legal separation. A legal separation is similar to a divorce in that...