Why would my attorney friend request not to be told details re: a domestic violence incident in which my husband attacked me?

There are probably some comfort issues at work, but also some ethical ones. Sometimes, when lawyers sit down with prospective clients, even if we...

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Husband filed for a divorced in California San Diego because he works for the navy i responded and agreed to joint custody

There are a lot of issues here, and so many potential questions that you really need to seek out an attorney (preferably one licensed in both MA...

Spouse of 5 months wants divorce in MA-mother gave family home as a wedding present, both names on deed.spouse entitled to 1/2?

Massachusetts is an equitable distribution state, which basically means, absent a valid prenuptial agreement, any pre-marital or marital asset can...

My husband works away from home , he had an affair and they had a baby. He gives her $500 on the first of every month.when he

I am assuming the child was born and has always lived in Kentucky with the mom, so this is a good question for a Kentucky lawyer because this is a...

Generally, is the bifurcation of a matter of divorce something to which both parties thereto must consent?

First, I am assuming you mean bifurcate the judgment of divorce from the trial deciding asset division & support. There are other types of...

Dad died no insurance, medical bills are coming in, what happens to the house I lived in the house w/him.

Sorry to hear that your father died. Your father's bills are his and don't become your debts unless you agreed to be liable for them, like if...

Can alimony be changed after retirement age

I agree with the other attorneys' answers: for each specific case, it depends on a number of factors including what the separation agreement or...

Can my husband alimony

In theory, yes. You'll need to sit down with an attorney and go over the specific facts of your situation to determine what are the likely and...

I would get an attorney ASAP. It's true that in uncontested divorces under chapter 208 section 1A the separation agreement must be approved by a...

I got married in El Paso, TX. Would it be legal in Texas to get a divorce in Jalisco, Mexico?

It depends (the favorite lawyer answer, sorry!). Many divorces obtained in a foreign country are recognized as valid within the US. It depends...