While I agree with Mr. Dwyer, the rules about claiming a child as a dependent have a fair amount of complexity. You don't indicate how long you...

Are victims happy after divorcing emotional abusers (children involved cases)? My husband is an identified abuser.

Whether or not divorcing your abusive husband is up to you. However, there are many resources available in your area, both legal and non-legal....

Are there any divorce attorneys available that offer unbundled services in Long Beach, CA?

You can consult with a lawyer about your question for little or no cost through a lawyer referral service in your area. You can find your nearest...

Is it possible to enforce child support order including outstanding arrears after 12 years ?

While you might try to attack the original judgment (although waiting 12 years is a big problem), thu child support order is fully enforceable. You...

To whom do I report my international bigamist husband in the US? I believe he will harm me if I don't help him get a Green Card

You may want to post your question to the immigration panel as well. In any event, why would you want to commit the federal crime of lying to the...

Question about soon -to-be ex wanting me to pay taxes on a house bought by husband before we got married.

This is a very complex area of the law. While the community would get some credit for paying part of the mortgage for some years, your soon to be...

Can I get spousal support before divorce papers are filed?

Also, a court cannot order spousal support for any period before you file a petition or request for orders with the court.

Should i quit my 2nd job before filing my modification?

A court cannot compel you to work an unreasonable number of hours. I agree with the approach suggested, but you should be allowed to cut back to a...

Is car separate property ?

Ms. Routledge is correct. However, it may be appropriate to consider whether the car would work better for your kids if your wife retains it,...

You seem to be asking about the affect of a divorce on your immigration status. I’ve reclassified your question as immigration. An immigration...