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Is it possible to make affidavit to say that I am wrong so I can go back home?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
What the heck do your in-laws have to do with this? Do you want to live with them? If so, then you have to do what they say if you want to live there. If not, tell them to mind their own business and deal with your husband.
What the heck do your in-laws have to do with this? Do you want to live with them? If so, then you have to do what they say if you want to live... Read More

Does my son need a lawyer?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Andrew Jon Thompson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Representaion would almost certainly be benificial.  He should definitely have a consult.  He can our office and we would love to speak with him about his case.
Representaion would almost certainly be benificial.  He should definitely have a consult.  He can our office and we would love to speak... Read More

can my marriage be annulled

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Andrew Jon Thompson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Annulments are usually not granted, and are expensive even to try.
Annulments are usually not granted, and are expensive even to try.

divorce with kids

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Andrew Jon Thompson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
File for Divorce and consider a Personal Protective Order.
File for Divorce and consider a Personal Protective Order.

What will happen to my custody rights if she were to pass away?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Jonathan Edward Shimberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Unless they file a petition after she dies alleging something horrible against you, you have the sole right to custody of your son. He has no custody rights whatsoever.
Unless they file a petition after she dies alleging something horrible against you, you have the sole right to custody of your son. He has no... Read More

If I get a divorce, is my wife able to say she owns half the house and I will have to pay her for that amount?

Answered 11 years ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The house is marital property and subject to division. It is impossible to tell how ALL of your property will be divided based upon the existence of one item.
The house is marital property and subject to division. It is impossible to tell how ALL of your property will be divided based upon the existence of... Read More

If we have only been married going on 4 years and I make more than her, will I have to pay alimony?

Answered 11 years ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No such thing as alimony in Indiana. You may have to pay maintenance on a temporary basis during the divorce proceedings; these facts do not on their own warrant any kind of post-dissolution maintenance. Your best avenue is to sit down with an family law attorney in your community and share all of the facts to get a full opinion.... Read More
No such thing as alimony in Indiana. You may have to pay maintenance on a temporary basis during the divorce proceedings; these facts do not on... Read More

Is the ex legally entitled to any of the insurance money after house mortgages are paid off?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
All depends on what the decree says. Take it back to your attorney and ask him or her. If you did not use one (which may under these circumstances have turned out to be a HUGE mistake), find one and show it to them.
All depends on what the decree says. Take it back to your attorney and ask him or her. If you did not use one (which may under these circumstances... Read More

Will I be getting part of my ex’s pension if we divorced 30 years ago?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The divorce decree has to provide for it.
The divorce decree has to provide for it.

If I filed for divorce in 2008 and didn't follow through, can I follow through now or do I need to refile?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Find out from the clerk's office if the case is still active. If not, refile.
Find out from the clerk's office if the case is still active. If not, refile.

My wife and I are getting a divorce after years of separation, is she entitled to what I have accumulated during our separation?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Possibly. No way to just answer this question yes or no. Talk to a family law attorney in your community to get an accurate answer to this question.
Possibly. No way to just answer this question yes or no. Talk to a family law attorney in your community to get an accurate answer to this question.

What do I do to keep my truck?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
To keep your truck? Hire a lawyer to represent you in your divorce; trying to do something on your own is a sure fire recipe for disaster.
To keep your truck? Hire a lawyer to represent you in your divorce; trying to do something on your own is a sure fire recipe for disaster.

Do I owe the half left that the insurance company did not pay?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you told her you were paying for the braces, why does she have to sue you for not paying for them?
If you told her you were paying for the braces, why does she have to sue you for not paying for them?

Can the judge force me to sell the house or my car to satisfy my ex or can I hold the house mine until child finishes high school?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It is not a question of discretion with the judge based upon the facts as stated. Your ex can force the sale of the house. You might want to talk to a bankruptcy attorney about protection in this situation.
It is not a question of discretion with the judge based upon the facts as stated. Your ex can force the sale of the house. You might want to talk to... Read More

Will there be a default judgment against me because I didn't have the time to respond to divorce papers due to somebody else's fault?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
18 days is unlikely to make the difference, so you should send your appearance in IF the other state has jurisdiction in your case. To answer that question, you really need to talk to an attorney, not just post a question this way. Good luck.
18 days is unlikely to make the difference, so you should send your appearance in IF the other state has jurisdiction in your case. To answer that... Read More

Is there any way to file divorce papers at no legal cost if nothing is contested including custody?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Contact Legal services in your community. All 92 counties participate in some sort of legal services organization. Any good local social service agency should be able to help refer you, or even calling a local attorney's office may give you that number.
Contact Legal services in your community. All 92 counties participate in some sort of legal services organization. Any good local social service... Read More

What should we do to have the protection order lifted?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
That's not an either/or situation, but yes, the judge will want to know why you want this done, and will probably do it on your request.
That's not an either/or situation, but yes, the judge will want to know why you want this done, and will probably do it on your request.

Can I get a divorce from my husband if I'm pregnant with another man's child?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can get a divorce, but it may be easier to wait until the baby is born and DNA testing can be done to exclude your husband as the father.
You can get a divorce, but it may be easier to wait until the baby is born and DNA testing can be done to exclude your husband as the father.

If I have an ongoing medical malpractice suit and I divorce my wife is she entitled to any of it?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If the damages include lost income or repayment of past expenses, then yes.
If the damages include lost income or repayment of past expenses, then yes.

If I have been married 9 years and is currently getting a divorce, am I entitled to my spouse's pension?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The pension is part of the marital estate.
The pension is part of the marital estate.

Do I have to leave my home and car when I tell my husband I want a divorce?

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Do I have to leave my home and car when I tell my husband I want a divorce? No, you do not.
Do I have to leave my home and car when I tell my husband I want a divorce? No, you do not.

Can I get this marriage annulled to marry my intended?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Annulled, not under these facts. Divorced, yes.
Annulled, not under these facts. Divorced, yes.

How does he go about refinancing (giving me the equity) when my name is on the house?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
When the house is refinanced with a loan payable to him only, the bank will want a quitclaim deed from you. At that time, the deed will be in his name only and the loan will be in his name only.
When the house is refinanced with a loan payable to him only, the bank will want a quitclaim deed from you. At that time, the deed will be in his... Read More

Can he legally put it up for sale with my name still on the deed?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Bruce Provda (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If he was given the house as part of the asset agreement then it is his. You should have quit claimed your half to him. If the agreement just says that he can live in it then you should get part of the sale. Speak with your attorney. Unsubscribe.
If he was given the house as part of the asset agreement then it is his. You should have quit claimed your half to him. If the agreement just says... Read More

How can I go about removing a 'Power of Attorney' from my Spouse which I gave her because I was ill with cancer in 2004?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You give her a statement revoking the power of attorney and give copies of that statement to every one she has been dealing with on your behalf.
You give her a statement revoking the power of attorney and give copies of that statement to every one she has been dealing with on your behalf.
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