I have a marital settlement agreement from a divorce.

Was the agreement signed by the court/judge? In order to enforce the agreement, an attorney would need to read how the agreement was worded. If...

My ex-wife wants me to sign a qdro, do I need to have it reviewed by an attorney or is it just a formality?

A Qualified Domestic Relations Order is not something that is usually done by a party Pro Per. I suggest you get legal assistance to get this done...

Definitely get this in writing before you do anything.

Divorce in CA. Spouse has 401(k) with 600K. !00K contributed prior to marriage. What amount of 401(k) is community property?

I can't give you a percentage answer or exact number but the general principle is that the 100K initial value prior to marriage will probably be...

My Father passed away 2 years ago without a will. he owned 2 houses his wife recently died. What do I do now to keep properties?

It is highly likely that the estate's gross value exceeds the $150,000 threshold so the estate will need to be put through probate. You can't take...

No hearings/paperwork/notifications for Legal Separation?

There are serious questions of procedure and due notice here. Were you properly served the new petition after he refilled in 2014? Did you file a...

In CA, is a 401K community property a 50/50 split regardless of reason for divorce or who's employment generated the fund?

Any money earned during the marriage is CP income regardless of who's name was on the paycheck. The exception would be a valid pre nup agreement. ...

Transfer on Death and Payable on Death accounts do not need to be probated.

Court stated a minor can not waive account. Therefore can the child's mother sign for him? If so, what form is it?

I think it would be gross negligence for a parent to waive a minor's right to step into the shoes of their deceased parents rights to an...

I am so sorry for your predicament. Please call 211, which is a Social Services emergency hotline, tell them about your situation and that you are...