Questions answered by Melissa Morgan Williams

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Divorce: Can we have non traditional visitation and no child support ordered?

Melissa's answer | Answered on February 23, 2015

I agree that it is extremely challenging to draft divorce paperwork with children and property without an attorney. If you really do have an...

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My husbands child support was revised two years ago with overtime. Now we have no overtime can we go get it revised for amount?

Melissa's answer | Answered on February 20, 2015

I agree that your interests will be better advanced by a private attorney, since the AG doesn't represent you. I would recommend consulting with a...

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Is it a conflict of interest if I 6 yrs ago had a consultation with a divorce lawyer that my husband has now hired to divorce me

Melissa's answer | Answered on February 16, 2015

I agree that if you spoke to that attorney about issues pertaining to your marriage, she would have a conflict of interest in representing your...

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Can we wait to have our uncontested divorce finalized past the 60 waiting period?

Melissa's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

I agree with the previous answer. The 60 day waiting period is the minimum, and that begins when you file your petition, not when you separate. ...

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Where can I find a standard visitation order for a child under 6 months?

Melissa's answer | Answered on January 30, 2015

I agree with the previous answers that there is no standard order for children under 3. Possession schedules for children under 3 are extremely...

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Question regarding custody order?

Melissa's answer | Answered on January 30, 2015

I agree that it isn't possible to answer this question without reviewing the language in your specific order. However, generally if a child hasn't...

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Child has lived in my custody for 2 years, now mother is threaning to come and get child when she has relinquished her rights?

Melissa's answer | Answered on January 23, 2015

If you appeared in court and reached an agreement, you should have a court order. If you do not, you need to consult with a family law attorney as...

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Am I able to file a restraining order on my ex's girlfriend?

Melissa's answer | Answered on January 23, 2015

It isn't clear from your question whether or not you have an order in place with regard to your son. If you do, it sounds like you may need to...

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Should I get a lawyer?

Melissa's answer | Answered on January 13, 2015

You need to meet with a family law attorney and get advice as soon as possible. If your boyfriend agrees to let you move out of state with the...

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Changes to custody of 50/50. What would be a good reason to have it changed under the law?

Melissa's answer | Answered on January 12, 2015

I agree with the previous answers. Your wife needs to meet with a family law attorney and have them review whatever paperwork she has. It is most...

Melissa Morgan Williams's Answers (218)

Divorce: Can we have non traditional visitation and no child support ordered?

My husbands child support was revised two years ago with overtime. Now we have no overtime can we go get it revised for amount?

Is it a conflict of interest if I 6 yrs ago had a consultation with a divorce lawyer that my husband has now hired to divorce me

Can we wait to have our uncontested divorce finalized past the 60 waiting period?

Where can I find a standard visitation order for a child under 6 months?

Question regarding custody order?

Child has lived in my custody for 2 years, now mother is threaning to come and get child when she has relinquished her rights?

Am I able to file a restraining order on my ex's girlfriend?

Should I get a lawyer?

Changes to custody of 50/50. What would be a good reason to have it changed under the law?