I accepted a check from my ex hsuband not the full amount of the monthly alimony he owes me does that mean he doesn't owe me

I concur with co-counsel. However, I would add that if he keeps playing games with you and submitting an underpayment on a legitimate support...

I'm not sure if Paying my ex 500 a month is a good agreement based on the dept we owe, but I'm afraid of legal fees.

You have a few questions in here, so I'll try to highlight the most important ones for you. First of all, unless and until your wife files an order...

Help with overdue alimony and unpaid equalization payments

If you filed a contempt of court, you have already brought your ex's misfeance to the Court's attention. Do not underestimate the judges, they are...

I am going through a divorce. Trial is in April. I had a Corporate management role making $110K and my wife makes $65K

You definitely need an attorney, as your issues are more complicated and not "black-and-white". If you up and quit, the court could attribute your...

Are offshore divorces (Guam, Carribian, Mexico) recognized in the US?

Yes, I would agree that although the divorce may be granted in another jursdiction, it may not be the court with proper jurisdiction and it may be...

I would like to file for divorce but do not know husband's whereabouts.

I agree with co-counsel, service by publication is probably your best option if you have no idea where he is. Try the self-help center. Generally,...

Who would most likely have to pay child support?

Set up a consultation with a qualified divorce attorney and have him/her run a dissomaster for you to obtain a general idea as to the child support...

I want a divorce after being married for 15y in CA. He makes 100K a year. I don't have a job. How much alimony should I get?

First, you must file your motion for spousal support. I agree with co-counsel, you have a marriage of longer than ten years, therefore your ex...

California divorce - did I take the right steps?

I agree with co-counsel. However, in my experience, the number one reason why judgments get rejected is that there was no preliminary declaration...

Restraining Order Was Reversed

Anyone can take anyone to small claims for anything, the real question is would she win. Likely, not. Also, you state that each side was to bear...

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