Should my boyfriend take his ex to court?

Yes, he needs to resolve these matters as soon as possible. Depending on the amount of money involved, he should hire an attorney. It may be...

Divorce lawyer retainer fees and contracts

Did you agree to pay him $35,000? Did he do $35,000 worth of work? Please provide more details.

No. Not in any state of the Union, I dare say. I worry that there is more to this, but as stated the question is answered, no.

Visitation prior to final divorce and Custody court orders

I am concerned about the phraseology that your SIL has "started the process of filing for divorce." Filing is a fairly simple process, and under...

Protecting parents from son's divorce

This is an interesting situation. From your description, I would conclude that you have no obligation to the spouse. She may, however, be a...

If habitual intoxication is the ground for divorce what is expected to happen to the guilty spouse?

The answer to this question depends on the particulars of your situation. If proven, these grounds can have short or long term impact on the...

How to file a uncontested divorce

Yes you can file without an attorney. But, that would be a mistake. You already have an issue that suggests that there may be some contest to...

My soon to be X wants half of my retirement?

A couple of questions jump to mind. First an foremost, is a divorce already filed? If so, you may be restricted from selling the house unless you...

How do you go about getting a divorce is one party refuses to sign based on a religious belief that she shouldnt get divorced?

The amount of time you have resided in Tennessee is going to be important. You do not need consent for a divorce. You do need to meet...

Same sex partner female of #15 years breakup with me,and move away to new state leave furniture as gift 6 mos ago want it back.

This is a civil case, and will go to questions of ownership and contract. A gift can create a permanent, irrevocable transfer of title. You will...