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What do I need to do once my ex cohabitates? My UOSS states that I can stop alimony after cohabitation for greater than 60 days.

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
IT would be extremely risky to simply stop paying. I would suggest filing a motion and then start putting the money into an escrow account to show that it is available if necessary. Good Luck, and be sure you have strong evidence of cohabitation.
IT would be extremely risky to simply stop paying. I would suggest filing a motion and then start putting the money into an escrow account to show... Read More

How do you have a family member committed when they don't believe they have a problem?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Talk to the local Mental Health officials about her actions and they can help you figure out if she could be hospitalized against her will. Good Luck.
Talk to the local Mental Health officials about her actions and they can help you figure out if she could be hospitalized against her will. Good Luck.

if a couple have a baby out of wedlock is the father responsiable for paying all the hopital bills

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Not automatically, but it is certainly possible that a Court would order him to pay under some circumstances. Good Luck.
Not automatically, but it is certainly possible that a Court would order him to pay under some circumstances. Good Luck.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A SISTER WHO HAS POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR MY DAD AND DOES NOT ASK THE OTHER 3 SISTERS OUR OPINIONS BEFORE SHE DOES SOMETHING?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Unfortunately, your sister is correct. Your best bet would be to try to convince your Dad, if he is stll competent, to change things to involve the others of you. If he is not, you are stuck with things, but your sister does have to use her own judgment for the best interests of your Dad. If she crosses that line, you can go to the Probate Court to try to get her ousted. I hope you don't need to do that. Good luck.... Read More
Unfortunately, your sister is correct. Your best bet would be to try to convince your Dad, if he is stll competent, to change things to involve the... Read More

Do I have to make the kids accessible to the non custodial parent during his vacation time

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
If you asked and he told you no in some provable way (email, text, with disinterested witnesses) and you made your plans after that, I would set all of that out in an email and let him know that the children will be with you BECAUSE he told you he did not have plans. Then the burden should be on him to go to court if he wants to make a big deal of it. Good Luck. If you don't have proof, you may have a "he said, she said," and you may have trouble. ... Read More
If you asked and he told you no in some provable way (email, text, with disinterested witnesses) and you made your plans after that, I would set all... Read More

Marriage

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
it should not be a problem. I cannot imagine that having a driver's license is in any way a prerequisite to getting a marriage license. Have him use his passport or Social Security card or some other form of identification. Good Luck.
it should not be a problem. I cannot imagine that having a driver's license is in any way a prerequisite to getting a marriage license. Have him use... Read More

How do I go about emancipation if my parents agree to sign off?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
It is a fairly simple Probate Court procedure ,but it will be easier with a lawyer. Good Luck.
It is a fairly simple Probate Court procedure ,but it will be easier with a lawyer. Good Luck.

Can a child be mandated to continue visitation after they turn 18?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
No one will force him to go at age 18. It will be u to him. Your client shouldn't do anything to hinder visitation, but she will not be forced to force him to go.
No one will force him to go at age 18. It will be u to him. Your client shouldn't do anything to hinder visitation, but she will not be forced to... Read More

QRDO HELP

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by David Cvengros (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
It is likely because QDRO's are limited by the terms and conditions of the plan and that those conditions do not allow payout until he reaches 57.
It is likely because QDRO's are limited by the terms and conditions of the plan and that those conditions do not allow payout until he reaches 57.

What if I was tricked into signing papers not to get my deseased husband pension by him and my daughter.

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You have not provided sufficient information for a good answer here. Take all of your paperwork and facts to a good local attorney for an evaluation of your situation. Good Luck.
You have not provided sufficient information for a good answer here. Take all of your paperwork and facts to a good local attorney for an evaluation... Read More

How do I change the father's name on a birth certificate?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
This is a VERY complicated legal area. You will need to immediately find a very good and experienced family law lawyer to help you. The answers are not completely clear, but action absolutely needs to be taken and now. Good Luck.
This is a VERY complicated legal area. You will need to immediately find a very good and experienced family law lawyer to help you. The answers are... Read More

How can I stop my child's grandmother from interfering with the raising of my children.

Answered 10 years and a month ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
if you have strong enough evidence, you might be able to get a Personal Protection Order to keep her away from you and your daughter. On the other hand, depending on how old your daughter is, you may risk losing more of her if you formally fight with someone she likes and is old enough to find ways to be with. Good Luck.... Read More
if you have strong enough evidence, you might be able to get a Personal Protection Order to keep her away from you and your daughter. On the other... Read More

If a person has a custodial gaurdian can that person still make their own decisions?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
As long as the Guardian is all right with it, the ward may make decisions. Check first with the Guardian. Good Luck.
As long as the Guardian is all right with it, the ward may make decisions. Check first with the Guardian. Good Luck.

on november 20,2015 i got a notice"request for evidence".i filled it.how many step i will wait for interview

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You have not provided enough information. From whom did this request come? What was it about?
You have not provided enough information. From whom did this request come? What was it about?

Passport Question

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You are right to take this to Court. Good Luck.
You are right to take this to Court. Good Luck.

can a spouse take a child out of state and establish residency for over 6 months and not return to the state

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Yes, if the other spouse does nothing in the interim.
Yes, if the other spouse does nothing in the interim.

16yr old daughter was kicked out of Mom's house last night. Mooes she have to go back home if her Mom says because Dad has no legal custody rights yet

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
At that age, she will probably go wherever she wishes. If she wants to be with Dad, she should tell everyone that and Dad should file a motion with the Court to formalize it. Good Luck.
At that age, she will probably go wherever she wishes. If she wants to be with Dad, she should tell everyone that and Dad should file a motion with... Read More

What rights do I have regarding my 15yo son who is allowed to spend nights and have sex with 16yo girlfriend at his moms and also her parents homes?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Unfortunately, I see little that you can do that will be helpful in the way you want help. If you raise these issues formally, your son, his girlfriend, and perhaps his mother and her parents might get into some trouble, but it certainly will not lead to your son wanting to spend time with you. At his age, regardless of the court orders, kids will end up spending their time where they want to spend their time, so you are unforutnately very unlikely to get more time with him unless he wants that. Sorry. I would be very careful here unless you want your son to get into trouble that could follow him for a long time.... Read More
Unfortunately, I see little that you can do that will be helpful in the way you want help. If you raise these issues formally, your son, his... Read More

My brother deeded moms home in his name 2 years ago when she became ill when she passes is it his or is there anyway family member can stop that or ta

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
How did your brother do this? Did he forge her name? Did he have her power of attorney? It does not seem proper for him to have done so in any event. You should ask him how he can justify what he has done, and, if he ignores you, you will need to get the courts involved. You should not just wait, but move ahead now if you can, especially if your mom is available and will say she did not want to give him the property.... Read More
How did your brother do this? Did he forge her name? Did he have her power of attorney? It does not seem proper for him to have done so in any event.... Read More

My Girlfriend is trying to take my son to another state without consent?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You need to get to a lawyer and get to court as soon as possible. If she leaves and takes him with her, there is a chance that the custody matter will happen in a far away court, which you do not want. If you file here and now, the case will be decided here. That doesn't mean you will win, but it will certainly be easier and less expensive to have it handled. Good Luck.... Read More
You need to get to a lawyer and get to court as soon as possible. If she leaves and takes him with her, there is a chance that the custody matter... Read More

how can i get visting right with my cusion from my mom side

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You probably can't, unless there are some very strange specific circumstances. You would need to give us many more facts. Sorry
You probably can't, unless there are some very strange specific circumstances. You would need to give us many more facts. Sorry

Are you obligated to hire an attorney from the state you were divorced in IF you no longer live in that state anymore?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
If the ex and children are still in Arkansas and the divorce proceedings were there, yes, any modification will have to be done there. If any of these is not the case, please advise. Good Luck.
If the ex and children are still in Arkansas and the divorce proceedings were there, yes, any modification will have to be done there. If any of... Read More

Can I be forced to sell my home in a divorce if I am not able to refinance on my own.

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by David J Hutchinson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Possibly. It depends upon your husband's situation. You can ask him, or, if he is unwilling, you can ask the court to let you keep the current financing in place. That will, of course, significantly impact HIS ability to finance anything else if he is looking to do so. Good luck.
Possibly. It depends upon your husband's situation. You can ask him, or, if he is unwilling, you can ask the court to let you keep the current... Read More

I am a step grandparent to a 4 month old his mother left him we me and her dad but her father was a trucker driver, she sign a power of attorney so I

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Kathleen M. Quayhackx (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
The natural parents will have to be served with the petition for guardianship.   Tom Stotz
The natural parents will have to be served with the petition for guardianship.   Tom Stotz

How do I divorce my wife , and allow her to keep our home

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jennifer S. Peterson-Ramsey   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You would file for divorce in the County in which you reside.   Feel free to contact me directly at 248-449-4091 to discuss your case.
You would file for divorce in the County in which you reside.   Feel free to contact me directly at 248-449-4091 to discuss your case.
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