Questions answered by Ralanda Webb

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I need a divorce and can't afford a lawyer. How can I go about this?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on December 04, 2012

I do a number of low cost non-contested divorces. I'd love to talk to you about yours. If my prices are beyond your means, I can assist you with...

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My wife divorced me for willful desertion. Can I contest this?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on December 04, 2012

The larger question is: Why? As a general rule one can vacate a judgment within 30 days. Beyond that you would have to plead and prove why it...

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After 3 years and $20,000 later, still no finalized divorce. What do I do?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on December 03, 2012

Its unfortunate that your divorce is taking so long and costing so much. It sounds like you are close to resolving issues that you need to...

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How can I get the Opposing Counsel to honor judge's ruling or override judge's verbal declaration?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on December 03, 2012

This may sound self-serving but probably the single most effective course of action for you now is to get an attorney. You need to do this right...

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How much would it cost for a divorce with people with with low income?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on December 03, 2012

You should contact the local legal service agency in your community for assistance. If they do not provide it, they are likely to know the...

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I have sole custody of my son and there is no court order for visitation. Can I freely move out of state?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on December 01, 2012

Before moving out of state you should petition the court for permission to do so. One of the factors that the court will consider in deciding your...

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What can be done to keep a will from 'disappearing' after a death?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 30, 2012

Because you are quoted from the Will, I assume someone has a copy of it. Under certain circumstances, the copy of a lost will can be admitted to...

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Can a trustee donate land to a charity that one of the beneficiary wants?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 29, 2012

This is more of a social question than a legal one. Why wouldn't your siblings prefer to give the lot to you instead of a charity? If you make an...

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Do my nieces and I have any rights to my mother's estate? None of us were informed of her death by my brother.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

Its not clear from your question whether your mother resided in California or in Illinois at the time of her death. Any answer regarding who is...

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My spouse could make my life miserable?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

Anyone can contest a petition for dissolution. That doesn't mean she will win. In Illinois, child support guidelines suggest a set percentage. ...

Ralanda Webb's Answers (363)

I need a divorce and can't afford a lawyer. How can I go about this?

My wife divorced me for willful desertion. Can I contest this?

After 3 years and $20,000 later, still no finalized divorce. What do I do?

How can I get the Opposing Counsel to honor judge's ruling or override judge's verbal declaration?

How much would it cost for a divorce with people with with low income?

I have sole custody of my son and there is no court order for visitation. Can I freely move out of state?

What can be done to keep a will from 'disappearing' after a death?

Can a trustee donate land to a charity that one of the beneficiary wants?

Do my nieces and I have any rights to my mother's estate? None of us were informed of her death by my brother.

My spouse could make my life miserable?