QUESTION
I want to get a divorce, where do I turn to get it?
Asked on Jan 29th, 2013 on Divorce - Florida
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I want to get a divorce and we have a 2 yr and I want to get sole custody of her because her dad drinks and drives with her in the car and he has even driven with her without a car seat on several occasions and I don’t want her with him without me around r supervised visitation. Do we have to be separated to file for a divorce? He doesn’t proved anything but a house for us. I work a full time job I leave before 6am while he sits home all day and does nothing but b a bump on a log. I am just sick of working and him not doing anything except spending all of the extra on himself and hunting and everything that he wants. He is selfish and lazy and I can’t stand it anymore. I need to get out because he is those things and obsessive verbally, mentally and physically. Can’t deal anymore and don’t want to. I do love him but that love is slowly turning to hate.
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Divorce/Family Law Attorney serving Carlsbad, CA
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You can file for divorce without moving out. You have to protect your child and you deserve a better partner. Stop selling yourself short and move on. Get forms from the courthouse or get an attorney to help you.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2013 at 3:42 PM
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There is no separation period required in Georgia. You must file a Petition for Divorce in your husband's county.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2013 at 3:41 PM
If you want to try it out on your own you can turn to the family law facilitator if one exists at your local court. A second alternative would be a family justice center if you have one locally. It is always a good idea to consult an attorney because they are the only ones who can give you legal advice. If you find that you can't afford an attorney, you can always try to find one willing to provide limited scope representation. This limits the role of the attorney and can usually end up saving the client money. Driving under the influence with the child in the car would probably be grounds for sole custody provided that you are able to prove it up in court.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2013 at 5:05 AM
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You should counsel an attorney. Without significant additional facts it is impossible to predict how custody and parenting time would be allocated between the two of you. Both of you have parental rights and the court will attempt to honor them. On the other hand, you and your child certainly should not stay in an alcoholic and abusive environment.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2013 at 5:04 AM
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If it is any comfort it is all too common occurrence. Not justifying his behavior; I too would likely be consulting an attorney. Seek out a family law attorney in your area.
Answered on Jan 31st, 2013 at 1:44 PM
John Arthur Smitten
You can retain counsel or get the forms from the clerk.
Answered on Jan 31st, 2013 at 1:43 PM