Questions answered by Sarah Jeannette Arnott

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I've been divorced since 2005 and I was ordered Alimony for 3 years but he never made one payment. Can I still collect?

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 23, 2013

I agree with both of my colleagues. It will be important for you to be able to prove that there was a valid order and that your ex knew about the...

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In a CA legal separation, can I lose the right to sell comm property home & instead be ordered to continue paying till payoff?

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 23, 2013

The court has board discretion to make orders in a dissolution for the preservation of assets, including that one spouse pay the mortgage I the...

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If I have a family who lives in Europe, can I file a restraining order on my ex spouse who said that he will fu*k them up.

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 23, 2013

I agree with Mr. Miranda. This would not qualify for a restraining order as the threat is not against you and is not imminent. You cannot fight...

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My husband and I are getting a divorce. I moved out of our home with our two kids..Until I file, is he responsible for giving $

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 23, 2013

I agree with my colleagues on this one. You should file as soon as possible and seek support orders. Even if he voluntarily agrees to pay you...

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During a permanent restraining order hearing for domestic violence based on threats over e-mails, what will the judge look into

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 22, 2013

I would agree with my colleagues and that the Judge will weigh all of the evidence presented, including perceived credibility of the parties. It...

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My fiance would like me to sign a prenup. I do not object. I need an attorney to sign the acknowledgement.

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 16, 2013

Most attorneys for prenups would agree that the reviewing/signing attorney does not need to be in your local area. Rather the transaction can be...

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My ex husbands girlfruend is going to witnesses houses and callung my friends trying to get them to testify against me in court

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

I would agree with my colleague. That being said, if any of the individuals testifies, you can cross examine them about their contact with your ex...

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Question about not being able to serve a spouse with a temporary restraining order

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Serve him at the hearing and ask the Judgr continue both hearings to the same date in the future, whether it be a week or two. Most judges will do...

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CAN A 3 YEAR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESTRICTION ORDER BE SHORTENED/APPEALED?

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 11, 2013

It depends upon whether or not it is a "Criminal Protective Order" or a "Civil Restraining Order." If the former, he could ask his Defense Attorney...

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Ex has been lying about where she lives through the whole divorce. Until now I didn't have the address..

Sarah's answer | Answered on April 10, 2013

Are you attempting to prove cohabitation for the purposes of terminating support? If so, I would request she file an updated Income and Expense...

Sarah Jeannette Arnott's Answers (99)

I've been divorced since 2005 and I was ordered Alimony for 3 years but he never made one payment. Can I still collect?

In a CA legal separation, can I lose the right to sell comm property home & instead be ordered to continue paying till payoff?

If I have a family who lives in Europe, can I file a restraining order on my ex spouse who said that he will fu*k them up.

My husband and I are getting a divorce. I moved out of our home with our two kids..Until I file, is he responsible for giving $

During a permanent restraining order hearing for domestic violence based on threats over e-mails, what will the judge look into

My fiance would like me to sign a prenup. I do not object. I need an attorney to sign the acknowledgement.

My ex husbands girlfruend is going to witnesses houses and callung my friends trying to get them to testify against me in court

Question about not being able to serve a spouse with a temporary restraining order

CAN A 3 YEAR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESTRICTION ORDER BE SHORTENED/APPEALED?

Ex has been lying about where she lives through the whole divorce. Until now I didn't have the address..