John M. Kaman's Answers (17636)

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Re: separation Agreement

John's answer | Answered on July 26, 2009

Questions of marital status are governed by the place of your marriage, not where you got married, but where you are living your life together. I...

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Can I get a restraining order for my daughter and I

John's answer | Answered on July 26, 2009

You may have to refile if you never had a court hearing on the first one. When the court issues a restraining order it must be served on the...

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What forms do I need to file as the respondent?

John's answer | Answered on July 26, 2009

If you don't agree with what he filed then you need to file an answer to the petition. All family court forms can be obtained from the Family...

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As the respondent, do I need to include a Family Law Case Cover Sheet and Fee Waiver with the rest of my forms to be filed?

John's answer | Answered on July 26, 2009

If you can't afford to pay the Court costs you still need the fee waiver. This will cover filing fees, help you obtain discounted court reporter's...

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How does the court expect you to fight for what is right if you have no money for an atty?

John's answer | Answered on July 26, 2009

$5,000 is a modest amount of money for an attorney to charge for anything but the smallest service. If you can't afford it and can document your...

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How does a man who is incarcerated for murder with no available money get a pro bono lawyer to work on his case?

John's answer | Answered on July 25, 2009

I must disagree with Ms. McGill, an accomplished lawyer, on one point. The Constitution does not give you the right to a *pro bono* lawyer; it...

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My boyfriend was charged with domestic assault

John's answer | Answered on July 25, 2009

If the boyfriend didn't give you the bruise then how did you get it? The DA or prosecutor is the person who presses charges and decides whether or...

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Do I need a California family attorney for this?

John's answer | Answered on July 25, 2009

First of all your ex's boss cannot modify visitation but he can change your husband's work schedule. If this affects your husband's ability to...

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If an international student marry to US citizen, and file tax as married jointly, IRS is going to tax on all the money?

John's answer | Answered on July 25, 2009

This is not income from earnings; it is a gift or loan from your parents. It is not taxable or even reportable no matter how you file married or...

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What can I do to have the judge change visitation rights for my ex husband?

John's answer | Answered on July 25, 2009

The husband needs to adhere to the visitation plan the Court approved for you. If he's dumping the kids on you and doing half weeks when he should...

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