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What do I do with if I forgot to check a box in the petition?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Robert Andrew Michael Burns (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You are not able to communicate as needed by lawyers here. So, take your matter to the Family Law Facilitator and do it where communication will be more productive.
You are not able to communicate as needed by lawyers here. So, take your matter to the Family Law Facilitator and do it where communication will be... Read More

Can my ex-husband gets half of my house that I purchased before we got married?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Robert Andrew Michael Burns (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Probably not. Unless you hire a lawyer I'll assume that your home is a dump.
Probably not. Unless you hire a lawyer I'll assume that your home is a dump.

Does this response have to be in my hand by the 30th day or is he okay since he filed with court on 7/2?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Robert Andrew Michael Burns (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The Court will not enter his default with his response on file. Go get a copy from the Court.
The Court will not enter his default with his response on file. Go get a copy from the Court.

How can I find out if I am still married?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Barbara Peyton (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You will have to contact the court and see if any records exist. If they do they will be in archives and will take a little time to be pulled. Once they are pulled you, or someone on your behalf, can review the file to see if any action was ever taken. You might be able to find out online depending on what county your case was in.... Read More
You will have to contact the court and see if any records exist. If they do they will be in archives and will take a little time to be pulled. Once... Read More

What do we need to do to vacate the legal separation judgement?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Robert Andrew Michael Burns (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Qualifying facts. You probably don't have them. You are still married. The judgment is misconceived by the learned geniuses of the legal profession who act like plumbers. The judgment is actually merely an adjudication of assets, liabilities, and community property rules. You remain married but without the application of community property rules; if you want those rules to apply as if you were newly married and/or never subject to the Judgment you should get a brief marital agreement so stating drafted by a family law attorney.... Read More
Qualifying facts. You probably don't have them. You are still married. The judgment is misconceived by the learned geniuses of the legal... Read More

Possible Divorce?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Jeffrey D. Stearman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Unfortunately, unless your father is not of sound mind and you are appointed as a conservator or Guardian for him, if neither party wants a divorce, you will NOT be able to force that. Jeffrey D. Stearman, Esq. Fullerton, CAl 92831 714-871-7778 www.MyOCFamilyLawyer.com
Unfortunately, unless your father is not of sound mind and you are appointed as a conservator or Guardian for him, if neither party wants a divorce,... Read More

How long do I have to pay alimony?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Barbara Peyton (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
He needs to file a motion with the court to have spousal spousal terminated or modified down You will probably need a lawyer to handle this
He needs to file a motion with the court to have spousal spousal terminated or modified down You will probably need a lawyer to handle this

What should I do if confronted with divorce by my husband?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Ms. Joanna Marie Mitchell (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Florida, he cannot force you to leave the marital home, unless he obtains a court order stating that you cannot be there. You need to consult with an attorney in order to best determine your potential rights and options.
In Florida, he cannot force you to leave the marital home, unless he obtains a court order stating that you cannot be there. You need to consult with... Read More

After we submit the divorce paper work, does any new property bought count as communal property?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Barbara Peyton (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Anything you buy after you are separated is not community property unless you use community property to pay for it. Your salary is your separate property from the moment you separate Good luck.
Anything you buy after you are separated is not community property unless you use community property to pay for it. Your salary is your separate... Read More
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