Questions answered by Scott A Macleod

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How can I remove my ex-wife from the deed to my house?

Scott's answer | Answered on September 13, 2013

I agree with the answer above. If you need local counsel to help with this, feel free to give me a call. Is her BK over? If so, now is the...

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We (US Citizens) were married in Guatemala, never recognized the marriage in AZ, what do I need to do to get divorced?

Scott's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Marriages in other jurisdictions (even countries) are generally recognized in Arizona as long as they followed similar customs / rules as an...

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Probation Violation

Scott's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

As a former probation officer, I can tell you that if your explanation above is true this would be rather "dirty pool." The PO should have some...

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Is a widow responsible for balances on credit cards that her spouse opened in his name only without her knowledge?

Scott's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Under Arizona law, any debts acquired during the marriage are presumed to be community debts. There are exceptions, but the credit card companies...

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Can money received from a PI settlement prior to two year marriage be sole and separate if it can be traced to the down payment?

Scott's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Yes. Proceeds gained before marriage that are clearly NOT co-mingled (kept separate) will retain their separate nature. Did you purchase the...

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What powers do the justice courts have? Can a Justice of the Peace even hold someone in contempt or sanction them with jail time

Scott's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

Thank you for your questions and comments. Any officer of the court and court procedure should be taken seriously. A justice of the peace has...

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Should I pursue SSI claim i was overpaid +$21,000.00 for disabled son? Have been denied twice. It goes to a judge next time.

Scott's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

Indeed. Do not give up on the claim and try to mount your best possible presentation to the administrative judge. When is your hearing set for,...

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Discovery problems...

Scott's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

It is possible that he could be sanctioned for refusing to provide truthful answers the interrogatories, but pursuing sanctions and getting answers...

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This question pertains to an "Order of Protection" and if "Dismissed or Quashed" does this PO remain on my record?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 26, 2013

You move to have the order quashed. Give me a call.

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A friend of mine got one of those speed camera tickets in June and received it in the mail a few weeks later.

Scott's answer | Answered on August 26, 2013

If your friend is in receipt of the notice then he or she cannot deny they did not get service. Now, he or she may be able to say the service was...

Scott A Macleod's Answers (937)

How can I remove my ex-wife from the deed to my house?

We (US Citizens) were married in Guatemala, never recognized the marriage in AZ, what do I need to do to get divorced?

Probation Violation

Is a widow responsible for balances on credit cards that her spouse opened in his name only without her knowledge?

Can money received from a PI settlement prior to two year marriage be sole and separate if it can be traced to the down payment?

What powers do the justice courts have? Can a Justice of the Peace even hold someone in contempt or sanction them with jail time

Should I pursue SSI claim i was overpaid +$21,000.00 for disabled son? Have been denied twice. It goes to a judge next time.

Discovery problems...

This question pertains to an "Order of Protection" and if "Dismissed or Quashed" does this PO remain on my record?

A friend of mine got one of those speed camera tickets in June and received it in the mail a few weeks later.