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I got divorced by a mediator in 2006 I was married 13 years and was only given 3 years of alimony my ex hid assets

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

You should meet with an attorney and have him/her review the terms of your spousal support provision to see whether jurisdiction over future...

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My ex husband is asking for a 2nd mediation. He thinks the mediator was flirting and gave in to all of my requests.

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

You should file a responsive declaration outlining all of the facts that support your contention that the orders should remain the same. You can...

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I was on paid family leave, and then become unemployed. EDD seems to have taken the money I had from PFL out of my account.

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

This isn't a family law matter - but no, EDD should not be able to remove funds from your account without notice to you or authorization. You...

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Di I need a crimina defense attorney

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Many if not most criminal defense attorneys will give you a free initial consultation appointment. Find an attorney in the county where your...

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What to do for a case involving a child

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

You must immediately consult with an attorney in the Vegas area. In order to get those emergency orders in another state she must have alleged...

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Revoking a termination of guardianship

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

You can file a stipulation withdrawing the petition to terminate which must be signed by all parties, or you can file a request for dismissal...

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What can I say for a temporary guardianship & how long is the process?

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

Wanting the child to participate in sports will not warrant a guardianship, temporary or otherwise, over the parents' objections. If the parents...

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How to prove I have been physically abused by my spouse, but never reported it?

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 19, 2014

Many domestic violence victims don't have a smoking gun. While in the abusive relationship it can be hard for many victims to feel empowered to...

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How or who do I call to get a hold lifted off my boyfriends file? He is in custody but other county has a hold on him

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 19, 2014

This is not a family law matter, so I will tag it as a criminal matter and you should receive better responses. Regarding retaining an attorney,...

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Child's name modification (hyphaniting the last name)

Brenda's answer | Answered on May 16, 2014

It is unusual for such a reasonable request to simply be denied out of hand like this. I would strongly suggest that you meet with an attorney in...

Brenda J. Russo's Answers (574)

I got divorced by a mediator in 2006 I was married 13 years and was only given 3 years of alimony my ex hid assets

My ex husband is asking for a 2nd mediation. He thinks the mediator was flirting and gave in to all of my requests.

I was on paid family leave, and then become unemployed. EDD seems to have taken the money I had from PFL out of my account.

Di I need a crimina defense attorney

What to do for a case involving a child

Revoking a termination of guardianship

What can I say for a temporary guardianship & how long is the process?

How to prove I have been physically abused by my spouse, but never reported it?

How or who do I call to get a hold lifted off my boyfriends file? He is in custody but other county has a hold on him

Child's name modification (hyphaniting the last name)