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Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can certainly point to those facts in a motion asking the court to force her out of the house. Good Luck.
You can certainly point to those facts in a motion asking the court to force her out of the house. Good Luck.

Why would my ex not be help accountable for non compliance in a divorce degree?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Your attorney gave you good, but hard to hear, advice. Judges HATE awarding attorney's fees, and you would just have had to pay your attorney more to ask the court for them. Swallow hard and move on. Your attorney did you a favor by not running her bill up.
Your attorney gave you good, but hard to hear, advice. Judges HATE awarding attorney's fees, and you would just have had to pay your attorney more to... Read More

Stay at home mom no income. Hubby is going to file for divorce, does he have to pay for my lawyer since I have no income? In Michigan

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Very possibly, but these cases are very fact specific. If there are a lot of assets to be divided, the COur tmay feel that you can afford to pay your own lawyer. Good luck
Very possibly, but these cases are very fact specific. If there are a lot of assets to be divided, the COur tmay feel that you can afford to pay your... Read More

Will judge/court change what my wife and I agreed upon regarding child support?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you can convince the judge that your agreement makes sense, and you both understand what the guideline would require, the judge has the power to override the guidelines. Good Luck.
If you can convince the judge that your agreement makes sense, and you both understand what the guideline would require, the judge has the power to... Read More

How to divorce my wife without her taking my name off my non biological child birth certificate?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Michigan, paternity is a VERY complicated legal issue. WHile I know that, as the husband of the mother, you are considered the legal father, I am not sure whether or not that can be overturned. You should find a lawyer with experience in this area. Good Luck. 
In Michigan, paternity is a VERY complicated legal issue. WHile I know that, as the husband of the mother, you are considered the legal father, I am... Read More

If husband decide to leave me, do I have any rights if were only married in Mosque not in the state and we have 1 kid?

Answered 10 years ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you did not register the marriage with a marriage license you are most probably not legally married. You may have some form of equitable case to be treated as if you were married. In any case, there will have to be an acknowledgement of paternity and support. Custody many be an issue. You need an attorney now.... Read More
If you did not register the marriage with a marriage license you are most probably not legally married. You may have some form of equitable case to... Read More

I was served with a motion to vacate the marital home by my wife, can she legally remove me while we're still married?

Answered 10 years ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It is certainly legal to try. You need to get to a good lawyer right away to be sure you don't lose out. Leaving the home is a BIG DEAL. Good Luck.
It is certainly legal to try. You need to get to a good lawyer right away to be sure you don't lose out. Leaving the home is a BIG DEAL. Good Luck.
Take the bills to the Court and seek enforcement of the support order in that regard.
Take the bills to the Court and seek enforcement of the support order in that regard.

My husband of three months started drinking heavily and his attitude changed, can we get annulled?

Answered 10 years ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Most probably, but you could plead for an annulment as opposed to a divorce. One way or anther you should end this before you are further invested.
Most probably, but you could plead for an annulment as opposed to a divorce. One way or anther you should end this before you are further invested.

I need to get an annulment from my husband of 2 months and I am currently pregnant with his baby, can I do that?

Answered 10 years ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
An annulment is very doubtful, seek counsel, a divorce is the likely result.
An annulment is very doubtful, seek counsel, a divorce is the likely result.

Am I entitled to half of my husbandโ€™s Indian royalties?

Answered 10 years ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I need more details but generally yes if they commenced during the marriage, no if they were pre-marital. Get counsel!
I need more details but generally yes if they commenced during the marriage, no if they were pre-marital. Get counsel!

Can my husband put me out if he purchase the home while we are married?

Answered 10 years ago by Eric K Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In Utah, no, not without a court order allowing it. In fact, here's a little-known (and frankly, little-enforced, even when it is known) law governing your situation: Utah Code Section 30-2-10, entitled "Homestead rights Custody of children". It provides, in pertinent part: "Neither the husband nor wife can remove the other or their children from the homestead without the consent of the other, unless the owner of the property shall in good faith provide another homestead suitable to the condition in life of the family[.]"... Read More
In Utah, no, not without a court order allowing it. In fact, here's a little-known (and frankly, little-enforced, even when it is known) law... Read More

can my wife get me for alimony

Answered 10 years ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It depends entirely on the specific factual situations of you and your wife. More information is needed. Alimony is by no means automatic.
It depends entirely on the specific factual situations of you and your wife. More information is needed. Alimony is by no means automatic.

How to get divorce with my wife who is at faute. She contacts her lover through phone.

Answered 10 years ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Get a good lawyer and sue for divorce. Sorry about your situation. Good luck
Get a good lawyer and sue for divorce. Sorry about your situation. Good luck

If I terminate my job with health benefits, am I legally obligated to get other coverage to insure my future ex wife?

Answered 10 years ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
See your attorney, and the answer is perhaps, especially if it is a voluntary quit. If you are divorcing without legal counsel you are placing yourself, and your future, at grave risk.
See your attorney, and the answer is perhaps, especially if it is a voluntary quit. If you are divorcing without legal counsel you are placing... Read More

what are the benefits of letting your spouse file for divorce?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It really shouldn't make much of a difference. I don't see how your pension would be affected. If you want to be divorced, just go ahead and file. Good Luck.
It really shouldn't make much of a difference. I don't see how your pension would be affected. If you want to be divorced, just go ahead and file.... Read More

Would I be able to stay in the home with the kids?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You have no rights legally to the home under the law. In equity, in all fairness, you do have a claim and it will be determined by the specific facts and proofs in your case. Hire a very good attorney and be prepared for a fight.
You have no rights legally to the home under the law. In equity, in all fairness, you do have a claim and it will be determined by the specific facts... Read More

Am I entitled to half of my husband's Indian royalties?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Perhaps, but you will need to see a lawyer with the specifics.
Perhaps, but you will need to see a lawyer with the specifics.

Spouse cannot be found for divorce

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You will be able to serve them by publication if necessary. This will not be an impediment to getting a divorce. Good Luck.
You will be able to serve them by publication if necessary. This will not be an impediment to getting a divorce. Good Luck.

What's the chances of my husband in which I'm divorcing soon get custody of our three children if he doesn't have nothing or even a job?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It depends upon all of the circumstances, the ages of the children, the history of the child care arrangements betweeen the two of you, and everything else. If you work and he doesn't and he has taken the major share of kid duties because of this, he will stand a good chance of being able to continue in that role if he wishes to do so. All of the facts surrounding the kids and the relationships are very relevant. It is impossible to opine further without more facts. Good Luck.... Read More
It depends upon all of the circumstances, the ages of the children, the history of the child care arrangements betweeen the two of you, and... Read More

how far back can they subpeona my tax records

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J. Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
They can subpoean them as far bck as they want to try. You will only have to produce what you have (but don't throw something away now because you think they want it). Good Luck.
They can subpoean them as far bck as they want to try. You will only have to produce what you have (but don't throw something away now because you... Read More

What are the steps for annulment of a marriage?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Gerard A. Fierro (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
A Petitioner for Nullity is filed against the spouse if you have legal grounds for the Nullity. The legal grounds to obtain a Nullity are very specific and limited. The grounds are usually for bigamy, fraud, duress, incest, or lack of capacity. You should consult with a lawyer to make sure you can prove one of these grounds. Otherwise a regular divorce case is pursued.... Read More
A Petitioner for Nullity is filed against the spouse if you have legal grounds for the Nullity. The legal grounds to obtain a Nullity are very... Read More

Can my wife, while only separated, remove me (husband) from her health insurance plan prior to divorce?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Gerard A. Fierro (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If there is a divorce case filed, there are automatic statutory restraining orders that prohibit a spouse from cancelling any type of insurance.
If there is a divorce case filed, there are automatic statutory restraining orders that prohibit a spouse from cancelling any type of insurance.

Can I get a divorce in 30 days or less?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Gerard A. Fierro (Unclaimed Profile)   |   12 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It takes at least 6 months to obtain a divorce in California. There may be some foreign countries that will grant a fast divorce if you travel there.
It takes at least 6 months to obtain a divorce in California. There may be some foreign countries that will grant a fast divorce if you travel there.

Can a judge order the spouse to go back on meds?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No.
No.