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How do I get my divorce and how much will it cost if he was deported?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
The problem will be serving him if he is out of the country. service by alternative means could add more expense to the case. Why don't you call a local divorce attorney to whom you can relay all the facts.
The problem will be serving him if he is out of the country. service by alternative means could add more expense to the case. Why don't you call a... Read More

How can I get a divorce if my husband is out of the country?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If he agrees to it, it can all be done by mailing documents to him for his signature and return. It is not a simple process and you should see an attorney unless you have a lot of time on your hands to handle it yourself.
If he agrees to it, it can all be done by mailing documents to him for his signature and return. It is not a simple process and you should see an... Read More

How can I make sure I don't lose my kids?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
There's a difference between giving the mother primary custody and relinquishing your parental rights. If you want the mother to have primary custody (most of the time) and you want partial custody (some of the time), insist on that. She cannot make relinquishing your parental rights a condition for the divorce.... Read More
There's a difference between giving the mother primary custody and relinquishing your parental rights. If you want the mother to have primary custody... Read More

my huband and i are seperated. i have no money fro a divorce attorney. he has now supplied me with a form from his employer that says they are removin

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Check with your county Legal Aid office. They may be able to help you. You can also go to the support office and request enforcement proceedings so that he not be able to remove you from his insurance.
Check with your county Legal Aid office. They may be able to help you. You can also go to the support office and request enforcement proceedings so... Read More

i been marry 15 years have a son 21 years old my husband never live in my house do i have to split the house ?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
What's really important is how the house is titled and what money you used to buy it. If the house is titled to you alone and you used non-marital funds to buy it, you may be entitled to keep it. It's a touchy area of law, however, and one that should be approached with caution.
What's really important is how the house is titled and what money you used to buy it. If the house is titled to you alone and you used non-marital... Read More

I live with him. We have a 13 year old daughter. Do I meet the needs for common law marriage if we have been together since 1997?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Common law marriage has been abolished in PA but can be grandfathered in. You would need to review all the facts with an attorney especially the ones that would indicate he held you out as his wife. Otherwise, not being married, you can only get child support if you have custody of the daughter.... Read More
Common law marriage has been abolished in PA but can be grandfathered in. You would need to review all the facts with an attorney especially the... Read More

Will a divorce go through if neither party signed?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If you didn't sign the final papers, affidavits, waivers, praecipe, etc., it shouldn't. Call the court and ask-give them the docket number.
If you didn't sign the final papers, affidavits, waivers, praecipe, etc., it shouldn't. Call the court and ask-give them the docket number.

How do I do I file for divorce if I haven’t heard from him since September?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Sounds like you should discuss the details with an attorney. It sounds like a simple divorce as I have heard no mention of children, real estate, or much marital property. The problem will be serving him and having him comply if he resists. The attorney will file a complaint and attempt to serve him. It may cost more if the attorney cannot find him and has to serve him by publication. If he cannot be located, this will take more than two years. You may as well start now.... Read More
Sounds like you should discuss the details with an attorney. It sounds like a simple divorce as I have heard no mention of children, real estate,... Read More

Will my wife's open adultery help me in our divorce?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If she started having the cohabitation after you were separated, it has no impact on anything. If she did it before you were separated, it could impact her alimony award is she ever gets one.
If she started having the cohabitation after you were separated, it has no impact on anything. If she did it before you were separated, it could ... Read More

If I can't pay the divorce settlement, can the judgment be enforced in another state?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I don't have enough information about your case, but the county where the divorce settlement was entered is the county where it will be enforced. If you are living in another state, they can still exercise jurisdiction over you to enforce the agreement.
I don't have enough information about your case, but the county where the divorce settlement was entered is the county where it will be enforced. If... Read More

Can I cash out half of my husband's annuity if he divorces me?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It is possible but you need to give a divorce attorney all of the facts-incomes, all marital assets, earning potential and a whole bunch of other information to even give a good guess.
It is possible but you need to give a divorce attorney all of the facts-incomes, all marital assets, earning potential and a whole bunch of other... Read More

Must I appear in court for a no fault divorce?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Usually not, it is all done by paperwork assuming it is all consented to.
Usually not, it is all done by paperwork assuming it is all consented to.

If my wife and I are separated and she was in an accident, am I entitled to part of that settlement?

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Probably not, but it may be considered if she should owe child support.
Probably not, but it may be considered if she should owe child support.

Married for 19 years. No children, joint property, shared assests. Just want out of the marriage.

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
A simple no-fault divorce complaint should suffice.
A simple no-fault divorce complaint should suffice.

Can I sue a company for employing someone who had an affair with my husband

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I cannot imagine any grounds on which you could sue. Pennsylvania does not recognize the tort of "alienation of affection." Even if it did, I don't see how you could hold the company liable.
I cannot imagine any grounds on which you could sue. Pennsylvania does not recognize the tort of "alienation of affection." Even if it did, I don't... Read More

Can my husband kick me out with divorce pending?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
He probably cannot do that but you should consult with a lawyer and tell him all the facts. You may want to file a motion for exclusive possession.
He probably cannot do that but you should consult with a lawyer and tell him all the facts. You may want to file a motion for exclusive possession.

my husband left me 4 YEARS ago and went back to his country, morocco

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can file for a divorce under section 3301(d) of the divorce code--2 years' separation. You will likely have to ask the court for permission to "serve" the divorce by publication in your local newspaper and legal journal. Talk to your local Legal Aid; they may help you for free.
You can file for a divorce under section 3301(d) of the divorce code--2 years' separation. You will likely have to ask the court for permission to... Read More

I am filing for divorce in Pennsylvania. How do I protect my self form spouse taking my savings, equity in home and rental unit gifted to me by my

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Anything gifted to you that you have not jointly titled is non-marital property in Pennsylvania. Your other assets, if they are joint, are subject to equitable distribution.
Anything gifted to you that you have not jointly titled is non-marital property in Pennsylvania. Your other assets, if they are joint, are subject to... Read More

Can she take me back to court for full custody and is saying that our divorce is invalid because it has our old address?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
I don't know whether she can take you back court for custody as I know absolutely nothing about your case. It is like me asking a total stranger on the street, should I paint my house this year? As for the remainder of your question, generally, a typo or minor error won't result in a divorce decree being nullified.... Read More
I don't know whether she can take you back court for custody as I know absolutely nothing about your case. It is like me asking a total stranger on... Read More

Can a spouse have another spouse leave the marital house if there is no abuse?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
No, she can only force you out through a PFA petition alleging abuse, or a motion for exclusive possession of the home. You should consult with a lawyer and tell him or her all of the facts.
No, she can only force you out through a PFA petition alleging abuse, or a motion for exclusive possession of the home. You should consult with a ... Read More

Can my spouse force me to undergo drug testing?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Tell him to go pound salt. It takes a court order for him to obtain your hair sample, which he will never get. You need some domestic violence counseling and you should probably speak with a divorce lawyer, confidentially.
Tell him to go pound salt. It takes a court order for him to obtain your hair sample, which he will never get. You need some domestic violence ... Read More

If my wife left me, do I have to keep her on my health insurance policy?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Probably, until a court order says to the contrary.
Probably, until a court order says to the contrary.

Is there a way we can just file the divorce paper work without an attorney?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can try it. It will be a hassle and you may end up regretting it. The law is complicated and you don't know it.
You can try it. It will be a hassle and you may end up regretting it. The law is complicated and you don't know it.

What do I do if no one can find a record of my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Can you narrow it down as to county? You may be the victim of a lazy government employee. Call the count's Prothonotary and ask to speak to a supervisor. They should be able to dig it up for you.
Can you narrow it down as to county? You may be the victim of a lazy government employee. Call the count's Prothonotary and ask to speak to a... Read More

How do I prove the start of intimate seperation for my contested divorce?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by John Karl Puskar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can claim your date of separation was 18 months ago. However, if your spouse contests that, the court will hold a hearing to determine the date of separation. Merely living together may still constitute separation under the eyes of the law.
You can claim your date of separation was 18 months ago. However, if your spouse contests that, the court will hold a hearing to determine the date... Read More
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