Is an ex-wife entitled to part of a retirement if it is done because of a disability?

The short answer is: yes. My confusion and concern is how this was left out of your divorce judgment - did it just not get mentioned? Not even on...

Can I buy a house, without my husband having any rights to it?

Please note, that this information is general in nature and does not necessarily apply to your specific situation. This is not legal advice, nor...

Unfortunately, this is happening more and more in today's economy. Depending on what your communication skills are like with your ex, you may or...

In 2001 we had a Legal separation agreement drawn up by lawyers. What do I need to do to finalize the divorce?

If your case has already been closed, you will have to, unfortunately, start over, this time requesting divorce, rather than separation. The...

Can a home co-owner in an unmarried relation who no-longer wants to cohabitate be compelled to continue to service 1/2 mortgage

Hello: The short answer is that she is the one obligated under the loan. Regardless of any quitclaim or who's on title, it is her name on the...

I signed the divorce papers that my husband assigned. how can i cancel them and do them myself??

Hello: I'm not sure what you mean by "assigned". If he has filed for divorce in Texas and meets the jurisdiction requirements (the requirements...

I share joint custody of my kids can the other parent take me to court for child support.

In determining whether or not to order child support and, if ordered, the amount of child support, the court must refer to the Statewide Uniform...

I never got married.....lived with the guy for 6 years... 2 kids... do i need a divorce or what

My esteemed colleagues are right on the button. There is no "common law" marriage in California. Meaning, if you were not married, the courts...

Recently seperated from a 12 years relationship not married, we purchased a house in his name

If you were never married, standard contract law will likely apply. There is no "common law" marriage option in California that will give you the...

My husband though he was divorced, when we got married in LV but the judge had not signed it yet. is ours legal ? I hope not

If you married before he was divorced, your marriage is void (not valid). You can have it annulled, assuming you meet the other legal requirements...