I have to go to court soon on child abandonment. i havent had a job the past year and owe 5000$ what should i expect in court

No show in court is a sure fire way to lose. Get a local GA attorney now to ensure you don't automatically 'lose' again.

We received a settlement due to a wrongful death. We know this money is not taxable, but how do we need to list it on our taxes

You should approach a tax specialist. Depending on your circumstances you may have a number of options. On the slim facts you provided, you are...

If she died without a will, her property will be distributed by MI intestacy law. See this link for those details:...

My wifes grand mother died and her mother is also deceased also. Is she intitaled to an part of her gramdmothers estate.

Maybe. Depends on whether the Grandmother left a will or whether her estate will be distributed by PA laws fir those who due without a will.

Should I seek alimony?

That is entirely up to you. Many attorneys would immediately say yes. Others would advise that it depends on the degree that want to remain...

Yes. Rates are negotiable. However, many attorneys at the top of their game don't negotiate much off their published rates, except in unusual...

Are there any legal actions you can take towards a ex spouse if you found proof that they were cheating during the marriage?

Too late now. Sorry you had to find that bit of info out.

My friend's husband cheated on her

I'm not going to guess at what an Atgorney may have meant, third hand, but in all states adultery is grounds for a divorce to be filed. In some...

You would have to establish to a courts satisfaction that he is the father first, unless he admits paternity.

Do attorneys behave differently in litigation as opposed to post-litigation?

Probably both, Being a jerk is personality driven and I suspect he may again let his personality come through. Taking full advantage of the...