How will it look to a judge that my son is paying a monthly amount to his wife who has walked out on him and four children?

My name is Stuart Ragan and I have been practicing family law in Hawaii for 23 years. Hawaii has never been a community property state. There are...

How to fight . back child support?

My name is Stuart Ragan. I have been practicing law in Hawaii for 23 years. I would need some more information to understand exactly what you are...

Can I fight for full custody now after 7 months of divorce?

My name is Stuart Ragan and I have been practicing family law in Hawaii for 23 years. This area of law is usually governed by state statutes. It...

2 years of contiuances???? For custody legality??

In a case like this it can be a couple of things, without knowing more the first thing I would do is find a litigator with a proven record in that...

How does a legal separation agreement benefit my husband? Is he required to help pay the mortgage until an agreement is signed?

Family law is very state specific. In English that means it varies from state to state. In Hawaii, a legal separation is only good for two years...

How do I go about relocating from NY to Arizona?

Your instincts are correct. Financial reasons and extended family are legitimate reasons to relocate. Remember even though you have full custody...

Can I receive service of a temporary order of protection without being arrested by the police?

My name is Stuart Ragan and I have been practicing family law for 23 years, In 2002 I was named attorney of the year for my work in domestic...

I was at fault for divorce. my exs offer is every other wknd for custody & no chld support (he makes more). will he win?

My name is Stuart Ragan and I have been practicing family law for 23 years in Hawaii. First, Hawaii is a no fault state. The basis for a divorce is...

It all depends on the judge and the jurisdiction. If the individual has been habitual on being in contempt the odds go up that they will be...

How do I go about getting a divorce if I haven't seen or heard from my partner in over 10 years

Try your best to locate your spouse and if not possible you can divorce by publication. Each state has its own procedures on how to do this. Seek...