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Law Office of Tina E. Maddox LLC

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  • 205 Smith Street, Vidalia, GA 30475

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  • Serving Vidalia, GA and Toombs County, Georgia

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What am I entitled if I get a divorce?

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Answered by attorney John E. Kirchner (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at John E. Kirchner
You are entitled to a fair share of all marital property. That includes a fair share of the portion of the retirement that was earned or contributed during the marriage. There are no simple, fixed rules for deciding what is "fair". But, if you and your spouse cannot agree to what is fair, a judge will usually start by looking at 50/50 split of the overall total - not necessarily 50/50 as to each individual asset. You may be entitled to spousal maintenance (alimony) if the financial situation justifies it and child support will be required. Because there are no simple rules for any of these potential entitlements and final decisions require evaluation of all the relevant facts, you need to consult an attorney to obtain a more comprehensive explanation to identify reasonable expectations in your case.
You are entitled to a fair share of all marital property. That includes a fair share of the portion of the retirement that was earned or contributed during the marriage. There are no simple, fixed rules for deciding what is "fair". But, if you and your spouse cannot agree to what is fair, a judge will usually start by looking at 50/50 split of the overall total - not necessarily 50/50 as to each individual asset. You may be entitled to spousal maintenance (alimony) if the financial situation justifies it and child support will be required. Because there are no simple rules for any of these potential entitlements and final decisions require evaluation of all the relevant facts, you need to consult an attorney to obtain a more comprehensive explanation to identify reasonable expectations in your case.
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Answered by attorney Paula Jeanette McGill (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Paula J. McGill Law Offices
It all depends on a number of  factors. If you are seeking an uncontested divorce, you may be able to obtain a hearing within 31 days after filing.  An uncontested divorce means the spouses agree to all terms.  If there is a dispute on any issue, it is not an uncontested divorce and the time frame for obtaining a divorce will be extended.  When you file a contested divorce, a temporary hearing can be requested to address temporary spousal support, visitation, custody, and possession of the marital residence.  The judge's calendar and the ability to serve the respondent spouse will dictate the timing of the temporary hearing.   The judge can also order mediation or you can request mediation.  Mediation may resolve all the disputed issues and push the timetime up  for obtaining a divorce.  Otherwise, it may take upwards of 9 months to a year (if not longer) from filing to final hearing to obtain a divorce.  Six months is taken up with discovery.  If there are multiple disputes with minor children, the process can be very long. 
It all depends on a number of  factors. If you are seeking an uncontested divorce, you may be able to obtain a hearing within 31 days after filing.  An uncontested divorce means the spouses agree to all terms.  If there is a dispute on any issue, it is not an uncontested divorce and the time frame for obtaining a divorce will be extended.  When you file a contested divorce, a temporary hearing can be requested to address temporary spousal support, visitation, custody, and possession of the marital residence.  The judge's calendar and the ability to serve the respondent spouse will dictate the timing of the temporary hearing.   The judge can also order mediation or you can request mediation.  Mediation may resolve all the disputed issues and push the timetime up  for obtaining a divorce.  Otherwise, it may take upwards of 9 months to a year (if not longer) from filing to final hearing to obtain a divorce.  Six months is taken up with discovery.  If there are multiple disputes with minor children, the process can be very long. 
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Why would a Judge make a ruling for me to pay $4,500 over my income?

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Answered by attorney Eric S Lumberg (Unclaimed Profile)
Divorce lawyer at Law Offices of Eugene Lumberg and Eric S. Lumberg
The figures that are stated in this question need a full review and discussion as to what was presented to the Judge and why a ruling like this was made. It seems that part of this may be due to some support arrears that the Judge wants to get caught up. Did you get an order following this hearing? It would be best to discuss and review all the information.
The figures that are stated in this question need a full review and discussion as to what was presented to the Judge and why a ruling like this was made. It seems that part of this may be due to some support arrears that the Judge wants to get caught up. Did you get an order following this hearing? It would be best to discuss and review all the information.
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