Is my retainer refundable

You’d need to review the terms of the fee agreement. If all of the funds were truly unearned, you should be entitled to a refund.

My child’s father left state with out telling me. We have 50/50. Can I get sole custody?

Without compelling evidence, the answer is probably no. He needn’t be local to exercise joint legal decision-making, though it should limit his...

Can I take my kids on a 7 day vacation??

We can’t guess what your decree says. You’ll either need to consult with an attorney who can review it and advise you of your rights and...

Can a family court judge order my parenting time in another state with my children if my children live in a different state now?

Yes, it’s within the court’s discretion. He needed preside in another state to continue to exercise jurisdiction over a custody case previously...

After a resolution divorce my name is still on the house. I wasn't aware he was awarded the house what rights do I have?

Do you mean title or mortgage? The divorce won't affect the mortgage, the lender has no obligation to release a co-borrower so your former spouse...

Can my husband force out of our home if he bought it before we got married.?

The answer is probably yes. Unless he gifted to you a legal interest by adding you to title, the property purchased before the marriage is his sole...

What happens if I cannot pay a judgment?

The judgment creditor is responsible for collection action, the court doesn’t supervise that process. The judgment can be executed against any...

My wife went to a clinic and they convinced her to use my credit to open a credit line so she could do their program

You can try to negotiate a payment plan or consult with a debtor’s rights attorney to determine if there’s any way to contest the debt depending on...

It won’t be enforceable as “child support” but it might be a binding contract. The apparent absence of mutual consideration may help you but you...

Can exhibits obtained through breaking wiretapping laws actually be used in custody hearings?

This isn't wiretapping and yes, unfortunately, this evidence could be used against you if it's relevant to the children's best interest. The court...