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How do you file to termenate guardianship?

Wes's answer | Answered on May 18, 2013

I think we need a little more info. When did all this happen? How long was he incarcerated? Why? How long has the child been withteh...

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Is there a way to get a divorce without hiring a lawyer?

Wes's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

If you and your spouse agree to all the terms, you may be interested in doing your case on your own and keeping expenses to a minimum. You may...

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My ex wife has sole custody of my son and I have court ordered visitation. If she becomes homeless, can I get temporary custody?

Wes's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

What are you waiting for? Questions? Call -- 312-987-9999 -- for a no-charge, no-obligation, free Matrimonial / Family Law legal consultation.

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I filed a counter petition which has not been responded to. Do I need to file a motion demanding a response?

Wes's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

Do NOT demand a response. Default your spouse.

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I have been separated from my ex for 2 yr..a year ago.I got hurt at work now going to be getting a settlement.

Wes's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

Worker's comp awards have been found to be marital property and subject to division by he divorce court. You should work with an experienced...

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Discovery Closed in Spousal Support Case!

Wes's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

1. Yes, but you should have your lawyer do it. If you don't have a lawyer, you need one.. 2. Yes, but you should have your lawyer do it. If you...

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A QDRO was executed; only the 401K was moved in 2011. Pension is in need of disbursement, does another QDRO need to be drafted?

Wes's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

Pensions are divided by QDRO. If you have two retirement accounts (one 401(k) and one pension) you need two QDROs. It's simple. Usually costs...

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How long after an alien is allowed back into the country can you get a divorce and how much on avg are postnuptial agreements?

Wes's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

You're mixing apples and oranges and celery. If you want a divorce, hire a lawyer and get divorced. There's no need for a post-nuptial...

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I have a open child support case with the the state i was wondering since my sons father pays when ever he wants i can close

Wes's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

If you hire a lawyer to handle it, the State will drop its representation of you. That's fine -- you'll be better off. The State's service is...

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Can the grandmother use the fathers visitation if he lives out of state she calls the police if i try to reschedule

Wes's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

Father's visitation time is FATHER's visitation time; not the grandmother's. Tell her to go pound sand. If she wants visitation time, she'll have...

Wes Cowell's Answers (3480)

How do you file to termenate guardianship?

Is there a way to get a divorce without hiring a lawyer?

My ex wife has sole custody of my son and I have court ordered visitation. If she becomes homeless, can I get temporary custody?

I filed a counter petition which has not been responded to. Do I need to file a motion demanding a response?

I have been separated from my ex for 2 yr..a year ago.I got hurt at work now going to be getting a settlement.

Discovery Closed in Spousal Support Case!

A QDRO was executed; only the 401K was moved in 2011. Pension is in need of disbursement, does another QDRO need to be drafted?

How long after an alien is allowed back into the country can you get a divorce and how much on avg are postnuptial agreements?

I have a open child support case with the the state i was wondering since my sons father pays when ever he wants i can close

Can the grandmother use the fathers visitation if he lives out of state she calls the police if i try to reschedule