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Can I obtain a divorce in Mississippi .. period, or is there a way?

Answered 2 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Howard A. Kurtz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Thank you for reaching out.  We can only practice within North Carolina and can not provide answers for out of state inquires.  Sincerely,  Kurtz & Blum
Thank you for reaching out.  We can only practice within North Carolina and can not provide answers for out of state... Read More
Necessary steps would be sumarized to Negotiating and coming to terms on all issues of the divorce such as custody, assessts, alimony, support, etc. Once you have settled on these issues mutually, you can and he both can keep the litigatione expense to a minimum. Have an attorney review the divorce papers and prepare a response and submit it in court. You can expect to pay anywhere from $1,200 to $5,000 in attorney fees depending on who you go to for guidance and assistance. Feel free to contact my office and speak with a case manager at 877-866-8665 or email help@smsattorneys.com to go over your options. Licensed in New York and New Jersey. Looking forward to hearing from you.... Read More
Necessary steps would be sumarized to Negotiating and coming to terms on all issues of the divorce such as custody, assessts, alimony, support, etc.... Read More

What are my rights to our home and car?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Francis Starr Springer (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You have 1/2 interest in all marital property until a judge orders differently. Don't sign over your rights without talking with an attorney who has evaluated your case. It sounds like someone is trying to railroad you. You still have rights.
You have 1/2 interest in all marital property until a judge orders differently. Don't sign over your rights without talking with an attorney who has... Read More

Would my military retirement pay be apportioned in a divorce?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Dave Hawkins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   24 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It can be, yes.
It can be, yes.

How to go about getting a divorce?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Francis Starr Springer (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Being sentenced to the penitentiary is grounds for divorce in Mississippi. I recommend hiring an attorney. The cost and payment arrangement is something you and the attorney will agree upon.
Being sentenced to the penitentiary is grounds for divorce in Mississippi. I recommend hiring an attorney. The cost and payment arrangement is... Read More

How can I get a divorce without my spouse signing the documents if he lives in Mississippi and does not want to see me?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Jeanine Michele Carafello (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If your spouse will not agree to an irreconcilable differences divorce, your only other option is to sue him for divorce on one of the statutory grounds (ie, adultery, desertion, habitual cruel and inhuman treatment, habitual drunkenness, habitual drug use, etc).
If your spouse will not agree to an irreconcilable differences divorce, your only other option is to sue him for divorce on one of the statutory... Read More

How can I find out if I am still married or not anymore if I don't have a court date yet but the divorce has been filed 4 months ago?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Tina Marie Fox (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You need to contact the county in which the divorce was filed. The clerk will be able to tell you the status of your case.
You need to contact the county in which the divorce was filed. The clerk will be able to tell you the status of your case.

How long should an accused wait before he can appeal a courts decision for his case?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
First, if there is a decision, you are not longer accused, you are convicted. Second, you should not wait at all. There is a short period of time for appeal and you should start immediately on figuring out if you have grounds for appeal.
First, if there is a decision, you are not longer accused, you are convicted. Second, you should not wait at all. There is a short period of time... Read More

How long should an accused wait before he can appeal a courts decision for his case?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Francis Starr Springer (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Not long at all. Generally, an appeal or notice of appeal must be filed within thirty days of the entry of judgment. You need an attorney to advise you specifically. Dont wait, time is very important.
Not long at all. Generally, an appeal or notice of appeal must be filed within thirty days of the entry of judgment. You need an attorney to advise... Read More

How long should an accused wait before he can appeal a courts decision for his case?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by John Arthur Smitten (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you are to appeal you have 30 calendar days from entry of the order.
If you are to appeal you have 30 calendar days from entry of the order.

If I am married to a man for 10 years and then get divorced am I entitled to his pension?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Mr. James Thomas Saulsbury (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Under Washington Law you more than likely would have a claim to a portion of your husband's marriage that was paid in during the time of your marriage.
Under Washington Law you more than likely would have a claim to a portion of your husband's marriage that was paid in during the time of your ... Read More

Can I talk to a judge before court hearing begins?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Kathleen Delacy (Unclaimed Profile)   |   13 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Not privately. Anything you send to the judge you must copy to the other party.
Not privately. Anything you send to the judge you must copy to the other party.

Can I file for a divorce in MS?

Answered 13 years and 6 months ago by Clayton Lockhart (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
From what you have described it appears as though you would have to re-establish your residency in MS by living here for 6 months and then you can file in MS.
From what you have described it appears as though you would have to re-establish your residency in MS by living here for 6 months and then you can... Read More

What are the options for someone seeking a divorce and the other party refuses to sign?

Answered 13 years and 6 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you have grounds file for a contested divorce.
If you have grounds file for a contested divorce.

Can ex husband remove money from car account that I won in legal separation?

Answered 13 years and 6 months ago by Mr. John E. Kirchner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You don't give enough information for a definite answer. If he is not an owner of the unexplained "car account" he probably had to commit some sort of fraud or forgery to take money out of it - even if he erroneously deposited money. Apparently, he is entitled to get his erroneous payments back, but he isn't permitted to use illegal self-help measures. If you were awarded the vehicle, presumably you were also made responsible for making the payments even though he is still listed on the loan. But, while he is still secondarily liable on the loan if you fail to make the payments, that does not give the automatic right to take the vehicle because he is not the lien holder.... Read More
You don't give enough information for a definite answer. If he is not an owner of the unexplained "car account" he probably had to commit some sort... Read More

Will a Mississippi judge grant counselling first before a divorce?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Mississippi has no legal separation. We have separate maintenance. Our stature provided for annullment and divorce. Hoever, this annullment is not in acordance with Canon Law.
Mississippi has no legal separation. We have separate maintenance. Our stature provided for annullment and divorce. Hoever, this annullment is not... Read More

What are my rights if I've been with my husband for 25 years but married for only 3 months?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You will ned to hire an attorney familiar with domestic partnerships that have merged into married. Domestic services carry a value.
You will ned to hire an attorney familiar with domestic partnerships that have merged into married. Domestic services carry a value.

In Mississippi is there a waiting period before filing divorce?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
In a irreconcilable differences divorce there is a sixty day statutory period, after the joint petition is filed, before a Final judgment of Divorce can be signed by the Chancellor.
In a irreconcilable differences divorce there is a sixty day statutory period, after the joint petition is filed, before a Final judgment of Divorce... Read More

How much is a no fault divorce in Mississippi?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
They begin at $400.
They begin at $400.

How much is a no fault divorce in Mississippi?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Clayton Lockhart (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
There is no one set price for legal services in this state or any other state. The fee you pay will depend on which attorney you get to handle your legal issue. I suggest you call several attorneys to inquire about their fees and then select the one that fits your needs.
There is no one set price for legal services in this state or any other state. The fee you pay will depend on which attorney you get to handle your... Read More

In Mississippi is there a waiting period before filing divorce?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Clayton Lockhart (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
This appears to be a situation where you can have an attorney draw up the papers, both parties sign the papers, file the papers and after the 60 days time period has lapsed, then the attorney can take the papers to the judge to get the divorce finalized, assuming neither party has withdrawn their consent to the divorce during the 60 days period. That's the quickest, cheapest, and most painless way to obtain a divorce.... Read More
This appears to be a situation where you can have an attorney draw up the papers, both parties sign the papers, file the papers and after the 60 days... Read More

If my mobile home is on someone else's property can they prevent me living there?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by Timothy Kevin Byrne (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Abscent some type agreement, he may be able to do so.
Abscent some type agreement, he may be able to do so.