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    QDRO not filed years later and 401k needs to be moved - what to do?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Georgia My husband got a divorce which was finalized in 2008. Part of the terms was a QDRO on his 401k, to be divided 50-50 between he and his ex. He paid the fees for the QDRO, and per the judge, her attorney was to execute it. Seven years...
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    Can I be forced to pay parents' expenses

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Kentucky and Florida I hope this doesn't sound too monstrous, but i have a legal concern. I have been estranged from my parents for over 20 years. I live in Kentucky, and last I knew, they were living in Florida. I recently read an article...
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    Bankruptcy options for spouse with prenup

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Kentucky Does having a pre-nuptial agreement have any effect in the ability to declare bankruptcy? Specifically, would the spouse with the debts have the assets of the other spouse considered when conducting a means test?
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    Is alimony interest tax deductible?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Kentucky Is the payment of interest on alimony (as in court ordered interest for an overdue alimony payment) deductible in the same way as the original alimony amount is deductible to the payer on income taxes? Or is it only the original amount...
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    Not sure where to start - no will and a reverse mortgage

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Georgia I have a dear friend in Georgia who is going through a terrible time with her elderly mother, who just passed away today. Key points to consider: 1. There is no will in place 2. The mother was receiving a military pension due to her...
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    Not sure where to start - eldercare issues

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Georgia I have a dear friend in Georgia who is going through a terrible time with her elderly mother. The mother has recently had a stroke and is incapacitated. Key points to consider: 1. There is no will in place 2. There is no POA or...
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    Is not paying spousal support always considered contempt of court?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Georgia Hi there, I am asking on behalf of someone else who is trying to represent himself in this matter. He has been unemployed since 2008 and has been trying to find a new job -- when the unemployment checks and savings ran out, he stopped...
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    Ex files new lawsuits / discovery without answering prior ones?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? GA This is a complex situation that unfortunately, becomes more complicated as more lawsuits get piled on top of existing ones. I'll try to sum it up and then ask for questions / advice, but please let me know if you need more information to...
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    More pre-nuptial agreement questions-what is "unfair"?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? KY - Kentucky Hi everyone, I want to thank you all for your previous advice. I interviewed a few and found an attorney that I am going to hire. Now comes the task of making the actual decisions to put within the pre-nuptial agreement. The...
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    DIY Pre-nuptial agreement questions

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Kentucky My fiance' have decided that, as part of the wedding planning, to do a pre-nuptial agreement. I was hoping this was something we could accomplish on our own with a DIY kit tailored to our state's laws, etc. Is this feasible? Primary...
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    How to prove ex-spouse's new marriage?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Georgia, USA Hello, I recently this question on a related forum here, but I was hoping to get more replies - this is the original link...
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    How to find marriage records?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? N/A I am trying to find out public marriage record for a recent marriage, but I don't know the city or state in which this took place. Also, I suspect it was recently done in the last 30 days but don't have an exact date. I have the names of...
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    How to find out if someone is getting SSDI?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Georgia Hello! My question is how to find out if someone is drawing SSDI benefits. I have a friend who wants to find out if their ex-spouse is getting benefits. Thanks!
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    Is my civil settlement taxable?

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Kentucky I'm curious to know if a settlement obtained in a civil case would be taxable . The settlement would be reimbursements from a business whose negligence damaged personal property. The settlement would include costs to remediate...
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    How to protect myself before marriage

    What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Kentucky Hello, Thanks in advance for your time to consider my questions. I have concerns about how to legally protect myself in a situation with my live-in boyfriend (and his ex-wife). She has trashed his credit due to not following the...

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