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What Is A Fair Amount Of Support To Provide A Child In College?

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

My ex-wife and I agreed that I would continue paying support while our child attends college even though our child is considered emancipated.

We are trying to negotiate a dollar amount. How can I determine a fair amount of post-emancipation support wiRead More...

Divorced Dad Does Not Mean Part Time Dad

Matt Allen — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

By D. Keith Denton

Author, "Single Dads and Great Kids: Using Humor and Other Successful Strategies"

Being a dad is not about the volume of time spent; it is about attitude and connections.

It should go without saying that your kids need to know you love but there has toRead More...

Can A Judge Issue Temporary Orders If The Ex Parte Motion Was Denied?

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

Can a temporary order be put in place if the ex-parte motion is denied?

A judge signed temporary orders one day before denying an ex-parte motion because it was ruled there was no emergency, however the dismissal papers I have from the court were not siRead More...

Right To Travel With Children During Separation Period

Matt Allen — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

Because of my state's divorce waiting period my wife and I are separated but have not yet filed for divorce.

Since there are no parenting time orders, am I allowed to travel with my child out of state? My wife is refusing to give me permission, but do I need it?

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. IRead More...

Are Medical Records Public When Filed In A Divorce Case?

Matt Allen — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

Do medical records become public when they are filed in divorce cases?

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. I can give general divorce help for men, though, my knowledge is based on Nebraska and Iowa divorce laws where I am licensed to practice.

Depending on what you mean by "filed," without proper pRead More...

4 Summer Activities To Connect With Your Kids

Matt Allen — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

If you want to know what your kids will remember about you, pull up some memories of your own parents during summer vacation.

My dad was determined to make everything a learning experience. My favorite game was making up fairy tales using people we’d see at the park as the characters.

Today, I use my imagination to make living. Summer is a uniquRead More...

Temporarily Modifying Alimony If Furloughed From Job

Matt Allen — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

I am a federal employee who pays alimony and is being temporarily furloughed from my job.

My alimony calculation was based on my full salary, but my income will obviously be temporarily reduced due to furlough.

Should I ask for a tempoRead More...

Child Support Modification Factors A Court Will Consider

Matt Allen — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Child Support Question:

What are the child support modification factors a court will consider?

I was ordered to pay child support, but I spend significantly more time with my children since the order was entered because my work schedule has changed.

Answer:

I am unable to give yoRead More...

Applying For Government Assistance While Providing Child's Insurance

Matt Allen — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

I pay for my child’s health insurance, but because my ex-wife cannot afford the deductible she applied for medical government assistance for our child.

I still pay his insurance, and now I have to fill out assessment papers.

Can she apply for government insurance coverage while I’m providing our child’s insuraRead More...

Ex Not Allowing Me To Provide Child's Health Insurance As Decree Provides

Matt Allen — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

My divorce decree states I must carry health insurance on my child.

My ex-wife refuses to allow me to do so and makes me pay her the insurance she provides, though it is more expensive and the same coverage as what I can provide.

How can I get this corrected so I am in compliance with the divorce decree and reduce my expenseRead More...

Child Support Modification: Who Notifies The Agency Of Changes?

Matt Allen — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

When child support is modified which party is responsible to notify the agency?

How is the modification information transferred from the court to the correct agency?

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. I can give geneRead More...

What Rights Does Signing The Birth Certificate Give?

Matt Allen — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

I am currently being told that I am the father of a child who was born out of wedlock and am debating my options on whether to sign the birth certificate.

What rights can I expect to receive by signing, or not signing, my alleged child's birth certificate?

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. I caRead More...

Can The Sole Owner Of The Home Kick The Other Spouse Out?

Matt Allen — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

If my wife is the sole owner of the marital home, does she have the right to remove my belongings from the house and demand that I leave?

The mortgage and property taxes are being paid with community (marital) income.

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. I can give general divorce help for men, though, my knowledge is based on New YorkRead More...

Does A Protection Order Still Apply If The Child Is Over 18?

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

My ex-wife had a protection order for her and our child against me several years ago.

Now our child is 18, no longer lives with her mother, and has expressed interest in having me back in her life.

Is the protection order still in effect if the childRead More...

What Can Be Used To Pay Child Support?

Thu, 30 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

Can I use annuity payments to pay my child support order? Does it matter what form of payment, or source of income, is used?

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. I can give general divorce help for men, though, my knowledge is based onRead More...

Being Denied Fault Grounds For Divorce

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

At the pre-trial divorce hearing, the judge announced that the trial would proceed as a no-fault divorce hearing even though I have evidence of adultery.

Can a judge deny my opportunity to introduce the fault grounds that caused the dissolution of theRead More...

Illinois' Right of First Refusal Unanimously Passes Both Houses

Matt Allen — Tue, 28 May 2013 09:20:27 +0100

By Illinois Fathers

In an historic move, Illinois unanimously passed the ‘Right of First Refusal’ on May 22 (HB2992, 98th Session).

Illinois becomes the first state to explicitly call for consideration of the ‘Right of First Refusal’ in a parenting plan or court order.

It will be added as Section 602.3 to the IllinoisRead More...

7 Questions To Ask Before Dividing Your Retirement

Matt Allen — Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

By Jennifer M. Paine

Cordell & Cordell Divorce Lawyer

If you and your wife are like most divorcing couples, one or both of you obtained or contributed to a retirement account during your marriage.

In all states, retirement accounts are marital property Read More...

6 Strategies To Divide Debt During Divorce

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

It is a rare couple that does not incur debt during a marriage.

Divorce calls for dividing up the debts, but it can be a frustrating and confusing process.

Handling Debt When Facing Divorce

Read the following strategies that you could make use of so that you'rRead More...

Can I Repossess The Car If She Is Not Making The Payments?

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Question:

My ex has not made any of the payments on a car that is registered to me.

Can I repossess the car or deduct the payment that I am now going to have to make from the child support?

Answer:

I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. IRead More...