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How and when will they distribute the 401 (k)? Will they rollover the funds into the IRA account that I have set up?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 05, 2012

Depending on the value of the 401K and your share, it may be well worth it to retain counsel. Certainly, you should consult with one if you have...

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Can i get free legal aid for a divorce that needs amending.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 05, 2012

Try the Chicago Bar Association. They can provide you with contact information for the agency's that provide free or reduced rates. Best wishes.

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I obtained Sole Temporary Custody April 2, 2011. Since then, I have not received child support. Am I entitled to arrears?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 05, 2012

You cannot receive child support for any period that precedes your request. This means that you must have a petition for child support on file in...

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Evidence at trial during divorce

Ralanda's answer | Answered on November 03, 2012

Divorce is a civil matter. The judge will not try him for a criminal offense. Depending on other variables in your marital estate, the forgery...

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In Illinois, is it an option to fill for legal separation while still living in the same house different rooms?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 31, 2012

I agree with Attorney Goldstein completely. Unless you have a particular benefit you will derive from a "legal" separation, save the money and angst.

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How do u fight foreclosure on a reverse mortgage?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 30, 2012

You are way beyond needing a lawyer. Reverse mortgages are difficult to untangle in this market because many houses now are worth a lot less...

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I hired an attorney in il. for a contested divorce i paid the entire amount. she was doing anything for me i hire someone else.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 29, 2012

At some point the first lawyer will have to account for the money she received and the work she did (or didn't) do. At this point let your new...

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What constitutes seperation? how long must you be seperated before you can get a noncontested divorce?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 29, 2012

In order to meet the grounds for divorce based on irreconcilable differences, you must be separated a minimum of 6 months and execute a waiver of...

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Inherited parents $130,000 home - Sister and I are co-executrices. Do we need to probate property.

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 28, 2012

You should file the will. Whether or not you will have to petition of admission of the will, may depend on what you plan to do with the house...

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My widowed father inlaw died recently and was buying a house on contract, what happens to the house?

Ralanda's answer | Answered on October 22, 2012

I agree with the prior answers. You should consult a local attorney right away regarding the bank account that you used to pay his bills. An...

Ralanda Webb's Answers (363)

How and when will they distribute the 401 (k)? Will they rollover the funds into the IRA account that I have set up?

Can i get free legal aid for a divorce that needs amending.

I obtained Sole Temporary Custody April 2, 2011. Since then, I have not received child support. Am I entitled to arrears?

Evidence at trial during divorce

In Illinois, is it an option to fill for legal separation while still living in the same house different rooms?

How do u fight foreclosure on a reverse mortgage?

I hired an attorney in il. for a contested divorce i paid the entire amount. she was doing anything for me i hire someone else.

What constitutes seperation? how long must you be seperated before you can get a noncontested divorce?

Inherited parents $130,000 home - Sister and I are co-executrices. Do we need to probate property.

My widowed father inlaw died recently and was buying a house on contract, what happens to the house?