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What can I do to stop my wife from filing false claims and moving accounts?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I don't what you mean by filing false claims, unless you mean making false police reports. Not much to do about that. If you file a divorce, you can ask the court to freeze all of your bank accounts.
I don't what you mean by filing false claims, unless you mean making false police reports. Not much to do about that. If you file a divorce, you can... Read More

What are my rights if she wants half of the property or else she will complain on me and my family about our case?

Answered 10 years ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I don't know what you mean by "complain on me and my family about our case". She can gripe about whatever she wants , as we have freedom of speech in this country. If you are asking about her rights if she files a divorce action against you (not your family), you need to rewrite the question with more information in it, or better yet, talk to a family law attorney in your community about the situation.... Read More
I don't know what you mean by "complain on me and my family about our case". She can gripe about whatever she wants , as we have freedom of speech in... Read More

Can I request court ordered marriage counseling?

Answered 10 years ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I have never seen a judge make a spouse go through marital counseling. I doubt this would work.
I have never seen a judge make a spouse go through marital counseling. I doubt this would work.

Can I keep the kids legally with me even though she wanted to keep them, if yes, how can do this legally?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In the US, a judge will decide who has custody of the kids. Neither of you can just keep them of your own volition if a divorce is filed.
In the US, a judge will decide who has custody of the kids. Neither of you can just keep them of your own volition if a divorce is filed.

If I file for divorce, can I make her pay for the car?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Jonathan Edward Shimberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Yes it does matter. It is her care unless and until you get a court order saying otherwise. You have no right to the car until a case is filed. At that point it becomes marital property. You then need a court order giving you the right to possess the car. Unless you take those steps you have to turn over the car to her.... Read More
Yes it does matter. It is her care unless and until you get a court order saying otherwise. You have no right to the car until a case is filed. At... Read More

How can I get a court date for a divorce after it's been filed for almost 6 months by my spouse?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
ONE of you must request a date. You may enter a personal appearance and request a final hearing.
ONE of you must request a date. You may enter a personal appearance and request a final hearing.

Can she get anything from me if she files?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Unlikely under these facts, but nothing is ever impossible.
Unlikely under these facts, but nothing is ever impossible.

I have been married just over a month in Indiana and have found out my husband is on meth and has been sending pictures of his private parts to guys

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by Andrew Jon Thompson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Annulment is virtually impossible.  You can have your maiden name restored with a divorce.  We can help if you want counsel. Andrew Thompson 317-564-4976
Annulment is virtually impossible.  You can have your maiden name restored with a divorce.  We can help if you want counsel. Andrew... Read More

Do I still had rights to full ownership of the home if we divorce?

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Your home is marital property. If you want to get an idea of how all of your property might be divided, sit down with an attorney in your community to discuss the whole picture.
Your home is marital property. If you want to get an idea of how all of your property might be divided, sit down with an attorney in your community... Read More

Is there anything I can do to limit my liability until divorce is done?

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you haven't filed, then you need to do so. Talk to an attorney in your community about all things you can do to limit any personal liability; there is no way to answer that question in this forum and without more facts.
If you haven't filed, then you need to do so. Talk to an attorney in your community about all things you can do to limit any personal liability;... Read More

What can be done if my husband and I are separated for two years and my husband unwillingly threw me out of the home?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Hire an attorney and get your divorce.
Hire an attorney and get your divorce.

What legal rights do I have over a home that was gifted to my wife while we are married?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
1. You will have no legal right to sell it, encumber it, or even live in it, without your wife's permission. It will start be part of the marital estate in case of divorce. 2. Once your wife is sole owner under a standard warranty deed, she can deed it to the two of you jointly.... Read More
1. You will have no legal right to sell it, encumber it, or even live in it, without your wife's permission. It will start be part of the... Read More

Can a divorce be legal without a signature of an unconsenting spouse?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
That would be a yes.
That would be a yes.

Is there any way to not wait the 60 days for divorce finalization?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
That would be a no.
That would be a no.

Can the pension percentage she received be eliminated or reduced after committing infidelity?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
That would be a no.
That would be a no.

Can I move out of the house without losing my rights to it?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
That would be a yes.
That would be a yes.

What can I do if I think ex took money that I should have gotten?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
All depends on your legal status: 1. Married, living apart, nothing filed. 2. Married, divorce pending. 3. Were married, now divorced within last 30 days. 4. Were married, now divorced more than 30 days ago. 5. Never married; "ex" in post refers to just a former gf. Ask the question with more facts, and repost.... Read More
All depends on your legal status: 1. Married, living apart, nothing filed. 2. Married, divorce pending. 3. Were married, now... Read More

Am I entitled to any reimbursement for moving and losing my job?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Sit down with an attorney and discuss your rights. You are entitled to a presumptively equal share of the marital property, regardless of the facts that you recite in your query. You don't have to blame him for anything in order to get your fair share.
Sit down with an attorney and discuss your rights. You are entitled to a presumptively equal share of the marital property, regardless of the facts... Read More

Can there be a divorce without a spouse's signature?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Yes. Your attorney can instruct you on this procedure. If you are handling this pro se, it is unlikely you can get this done on your own. Contact the prosecutor's office about collecting support to deal with that issue.
Yes. Your attorney can instruct you on this procedure. If you are handling this pro se, it is unlikely you can get this done on your own. Contact the... Read More

Will the attorney be returning the retainer I gave?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Possibly. If you have a written agreement, look at it. If not, request a return of the unused retained in writing to his office.
Possibly. If you have a written agreement, look at it. If not, request a return of the unused retained in writing to his office.

Is a divorce final as soon as the stay is lifted?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I recently answered a question just like this. Either of you can ask the court to set the case fort a final hearing at any time. A "lifting of a 90 day stay", whatever that means in this context, will NOT automatically get you divorced. Indiana statutes have a 60 day waiting period after filing, but no 90 day period is involved at any stage.... Read More
I recently answered a question just like this. Either of you can ask the court to set the case fort a final hearing at any time. A "lifting of a 90... Read More

How do I legally get my spouse out of my house?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
File for divorce. Ask the court to make a decision on who should have sole possession pending the completion of the divorce.
File for divorce. Ask the court to make a decision on who should have sole possession pending the completion of the divorce.

Does the wait period for a divorce to be final reset after a stay of proceedings was issued and lifted?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
This question does not make any sense in terms of Indiana law. To cut through all that, if you want to finalize the divorce, you can ask the judge to set it for final hearing at any time. You should go ahead and do it, not wait for her or ask that she do it. The judge's response will tell you what you need to know in terms of when this will happen.... Read More
This question does not make any sense in terms of Indiana law. To cut through all that, if you want to finalize the divorce, you can ask the judge to... Read More

Am I entitled to any of the house if my husband had the house before we were married?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   17 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
First things first: consult an experienced matrimonial lawyer. That said, you are likely entitled at the least to one-half the increase in value of the real estate during the time you were married. Some judges, in a divorce after a long marriage (19 years is long), may divide up the total equity in a house under these circumstances, but don't count on it.... Read More
First things first: consult an experienced matrimonial lawyer. That said, you are likely entitled at the least to one-half the increase in value of... Read More

After our divorce, as the noncustodial parent, do I have to provide my address to my ex?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Both parents have the right to know where the other one lives as a matter of common sense, and under Indiana law.
Both parents have the right to know where the other one lives as a matter of common sense, and under Indiana law.
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