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How long can divorce take?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
With no problems whatsoever, anywhere from 20 days to 42 days. With problems, who knows.
With no problems whatsoever, anywhere from 20 days to 42 days. With problems, who knows.

How long can divorce take?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Eric K Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Utah, divorce can take as long as the parties and the courts are willing to allow it to take. While long divorces aren't the norm, thank goodness, there are plenty of divorces that have lasted for years because at least one of the parties would neither settle nor move to trial or the court didn't manage the case responsibly.... Read Answer
In Utah, divorce can take as long as the parties and the courts are willing to allow it to take. While long divorces aren't the norm, thank... Read Answer

Does my daughterโ€™s ex-husband have to get a court order that he can stop paying spousal support?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Mr. Robert Jensen 'Bob' Matlock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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Read the order - it should say what terms apply to the payments, halting the payments, etc. I suggest you hire a lawyer.
Read the order - it should say what terms apply to the payments, halting the payments, etc. I suggest you hire a lawyer.
Does he have to get a court order that he can stop paying it? Yes Does he have to pay arrears if he should never have stopped? Yes What can my daughter do? Talk to her attorney about this. If she does not have one, hire one.
Does he have to get a court order that he can stop paying it? Yes Does he have to pay arrears if he should never have stopped? Yes What can my... Read Answer

Does my daughterโ€™s ex-husband have to get a court order that he can stop paying spousal support?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Terry Anne Buchanan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
A court order is enforceable until modified in writing - usually with another order. The husband would be obligated to pay until that written modification. If not paid, then arrears would accumulate until paid in full, and often with applicable interest on the balance. The questionable aspect of your inquiry is whether or not their order provided for the cessation of spousal support upon wife's co-habitation. Co-habitation is addressed in the law (Family Code) whereby spousal support can be reduced and/or terminated upon payee's co-habitation.... Read Answer
A court order is enforceable until modified in writing - usually with another order. The husband would be obligated to pay until that written... Read Answer

Does my daughterโ€™s ex-husband have to get a court order that he can stop paying spousal support?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Dennis P. Mikko (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Whether he would have to continue paying would depend on the language contained in the Judgment of Divorce. Your daughter should speak with her attorney who can assist her determining whether additional money is due her.
Whether he would have to continue paying would depend on the language contained in the Judgment of Divorce. Your daughter should speak with her... Read Answer

Does my daughterโ€™s ex-husband have to get a court order that he can stop paying spousal support?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by J Matthew Catchick, Jr (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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Your daughter should consult with a Family Law lawyer to carefully review all the spousal support provisions of her Judgment of Divorce, to confirm all her options and the likelihood of success in Court. The ex-husband MAY have been justified in "suspending" spousal support while she lived with another man, but perhaps she can now get the spousal support "re-established" since she is no longer living with the man.... Read Answer
Your daughter should consult with a Family Law lawyer to carefully review all the spousal support provisions of her Judgment of Divorce, to confirm... Read Answer

Does my daughterโ€™s ex-husband have to get a court order that he can stop paying spousal support?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Atty. Tajara Dommershausen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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She needs to file a motion for contempt for his non-payment. He is still responsible to pay until or unless a court says otherwise.
She needs to file a motion for contempt for his non-payment. He is still responsible to pay until or unless a court says otherwise.

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Barbara Peyton (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No. payments of attorney fees are based on each party's ability to pay. California is a no fault divorce state so blame is not part of the case.
No. payments of attorney fees are based on each party's ability to pay. California is a no fault divorce state so blame is not part of the case.

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No. You can ask for attorney's fees, but only if you have the financial need and he has the ability to pay. Who wanted the divorce is irrelevant.
No. You can ask for attorney's fees, but only if you have the financial need and he has the ability to pay. Who wanted the divorce is irrelevant.
Your husband's desire to divorce is not the basis for his paying for the attorney fees. Attorney fees are awarded based on each party's ability to pay and their respective needs.
Your husband's desire to divorce is not the basis for his paying for the attorney fees. Attorney fees are awarded based on each party's ability to... Read Answer

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by J Matthew Catchick, Jr (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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Just because he wants the divorce does not necessarily mean he has to pay all the legal costs involved. If you want him to have to pay your lawyer's fees, you must prove that you cannot afford to pay your lawyer (because you are a stay-at-home mom, or something like that), and that your husband has the financial means to pay for your lawyer.... Read Answer
Just because he wants the divorce does not necessarily mean he has to pay all the legal costs involved. If you want him to have to pay your lawyer's... Read Answer

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Mark Alan Brown (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Washington State, whether the court orders the other party to contribute to the payment of your attorney fees depends on a number of factors. An oversimplification of those factors are: (1) whether you have the economic need and (2) whether he has the economic ability to pay. Whether he filed the divorce action or "wanted" the divorce are not factors considered by the court.... Read Answer
In Washington State, whether the court orders the other party to contribute to the payment of your attorney fees depends on a number of factors. An... Read Answer

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Mathew Kobliska (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The court must make a "fair and equitable disposition" of the marital estate. Marital fault may be considered by the court in making a fair and equitable determination, but it does not generally matter who wants the divorce and who doesn't.
The court must make a "fair and equitable disposition" of the marital estate. Marital fault may be considered by the court in making a fair and... Read Answer

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Ms. Janice Fabiana Alfred (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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The general rule is that each person pays their own attorney's fees and costs. If he agrees to pay it, then yes. Otherwise, you will have to convince the court that he should pay for the divorce for what ever reason e.g., he cheated and caused you to have to file, you are unemployed and cannot afford it, he earns significantly more income that you etc.... Read Answer
The general rule is that each person pays their own attorney's fees and costs. If he agrees to pay it, then yes. Otherwise, you will have to... Read Answer

Is it possible to make my husband pay the full amount of the divorce since he is the one who wanted it?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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In most places the fact that one spouse or the other wanted the divorce does not have any weight in determining who should pay for which expenses.
In most places the fact that one spouse or the other wanted the divorce does not have any weight in determining who should pay for which expenses.

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Robert Jensen 'Bob' Matlock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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Contact the District Clerk, they can provide a copy for payment of the copy expense.
Contact the District Clerk, they can provide a copy for payment of the copy expense.

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Go the the court house in the county in which the divorce was filed and get a copy from the clerk.
Go the the court house in the county in which the divorce was filed and get a copy from the clerk.

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Eric K Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Utah, if you know your case number (and even if you don't), you can go to the court in the county in which the divorce action is filed, with proof of your identity is one of the parties to the divorce action (a valid, current driver license should be sufficient) and ask for any information with regard to your divorce action and for any documents related to your divorce action. Note that you will be charged at least $.25 a page for any copies the court provides you.... Read Answer
In Utah, if you know your case number (and even if you don't), you can go to the court in the county in which the divorce action is filed, with proof... Read Answer

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by James Timothy Weiner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Go to the court clerks office and find out if a final judgment was filed if so get a copy, If not find out why.
Go to the court clerks office and find out if a final judgment was filed if so get a copy, If not find out why.

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Diane L. Berger (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can contact the clerk of the county where the divorce occurred and they will be able to tell you how to obtain a copy of the final paperwork.
You can contact the clerk of the county where the divorce occurred and they will be able to tell you how to obtain a copy of the final paperwork.

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Robert E McCall (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The Clerk of Court in the county that heard the case has the originals of all paperwork. The Clerk usually charges $1.00 per page for copies.
The Clerk of Court in the county that heard the case has the originals of all paperwork. The Clerk usually charges $1.00 per page for copies.

How do I obtain my dissolution of marriage paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Atty. Tajara Dommershausen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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Call your local courthouse, they can send you a copy.
Call your local courthouse, they can send you a copy.

If the case was dismissed, are we still legally married?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by J Matthew Catchick, Jr (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
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If a final Judgment of Divorce was never entered, and if the case was administratively dismissed by the Court for lack of service or for lack of progress, then you are still married.
If a final Judgment of Divorce was never entered, and if the case was administratively dismissed by the Court for lack of service or for lack of... Read Answer