The only way to waive child support arrears is to actually cohabit with your ex. If that has not occurred, and if he has not paid, then he still...

I'm getting divorced, can my husband get custody of my daughter if I date before the marriage Is officially over?

Respectfully, I disagree with my colleagues to a limited extent. Dating, by itself and without more, is irrelevant. But the issue of how your...

Should I file for custody?

It is seldom a good idea to file child custody papers if you can get a written agreement instead. Going to court can be expensive and time...

Can I take custody or does teen have to go home?

I am disinclined to advise you, because any incomplete legal advice could potentially lead you to trouble. Ultimately, I think, 15-year-olds tend...

Who do I personally serve?

If it were me, and if I just had to get a contempt conviction, then I would have her personally served. Too many shenanigans are possible...

I'm going to court to custody mediation. I have a 7 year old and want to know how do I get 100% legal custody?

There are many creative ways to get evidence of chronic or habitual chemical dependency. Basically, they all cost money and involve private...

Collecting orders for attorney fees in another state

Under the current Bankruptcy Act, debts to spouses are not discharged in bankruptcy. See 11 USC 523(a)(15). My colleague is correct, though, that...

Does my spouse have a 2640 reimbursement claim in our house?

You've not provided quite enough information to give an unambiguous answer. If I gave you a full analysis here, then your ex might read it and...

My ex parte request for protection order was denied and no hearing was set. Is this right?

A new incident justifies a new application. This time I suggest getting some help at writing your declaration before filing in court. You may...

How many exhibits can i attach to my declaration?

The clerk will let you file any number of exhibits. But the Judge might not be persuaded if (s)he gets stuck making a decision without time to...