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Whether one party has been unfaithful (called "marital misconduct") is not a factor that a court can consider in the division of marital... Read Answer
If Husband and Wife are both listed on the deed to the house, they each have an equitable interest in the net equity of the family home. ... Read Answer
Yes and no. Most counties require you to complete a budget before the hearing. Only if you have "extraordinary" expenses will the court consider a... Read Answer
Honestly, you need a lawyer to best protect your rights. In the meantime, file for spousal support and child support immediately.
If Pittsburgh has jurisdiction, which probably means one of you has had to have lived her for the past 6 months.
It's unlikely that the decree can be modified. One option is to bring a motion for clarification to the judge and have him/her rule on the pension... Read Answer
The easiest way is probably to call the courthouse in Madisonville and ask how to file a name change. If that doesn't work, you can register your... Read Answer
The home is non marital property, thus she would only have an interest in the increase in value of the house from the date of marriage to the date of... Read Answer
Start calling local divorce attorneys to get a price. It varies. You have many issues to tell the attorney about-child support, custody, relocation.
Call your local Legal Aid office; they may be able to help you. If not, you must explain for each of your exceptions, according to Pennsylvania law,... Read Answer
If your income is less than his, you should pursue an alimony claim. If you have not already, file for spousal support pending the outcome of your... Read Answer
You should consult with a local family lawyer. IF you cannot afford one, sometimes county court systems provide assistance. Yes, you can make him... Read Answer
Ask your attorney to withdraw from the case and then you can proceed on your own. Your county's Legal Aid office or divorce office should be able to... Read Answer
I know of no 10 year rule. Obviously, the longer the marriage the higher interest each spouse will have in each other's property. He has an interest... Read Answer
Inform your lawyer that he/she is terminated and ask them to withdraw their appearance. You will then be representing yourself by... Read Answer
You should have a lawyer in whatever state the divorce is pending in. If you fire your PA lawyer, your new counsel will be able to pick up where he... Read Answer
You need to file for divorce at your local courthouse. If you are proceeding without an attorney, go to the Prothonotary's office for guidance.
If it is your account, yes, you may.
He needs to put his wife on notice (preferably by certified mail) that he is discontinuing voluntary support in thirty (30) days. That will force her... Read Answer
Absolutely. I always calculate support for my clients even if no action has been commenced. Everything is laid out in a spreadsheet.
She needs to file a fault-based divorce. She should see if her local legal aid can help her with the process.
Anything you purchased prior to the marriage is yours. If she is not letting you have them, you or your attorney needs to bring a petition before the... Read Answer
You could divorce her on the grounds of adultery. Otherwise, you can obtain a no-fault divorce after you have been separated for two years.
No. You can file a motion to hold him in contempt in the Lucas County Domestic Relations Court. You may also want to check with the prosecutor's... Read Answer
It depends how far you got in the divorce proceedings. If you merely filed for divorce and properly served him, you now have to reinstate the... Read Answer