Do I still have to pay alimony if my ex moves to another state?

by Marshal S. Willick | Jul 25, 2016 | Ask the Lawyer

Question asked on May 23rd, 2015 The short answer is that the moving of the recipient of alimony to another state makes no difference of any kind to that order.  That said, alimony is generally modifiable, and generally terminates upon death or remarriage.  Your facts...

How do I add my new wife to my visitation on a closed family case?

by Marshal S. Willick | Jul 25, 2016 | Ask the Lawyer

Question asked on Jun 30th, 2015 Q: My sons visitation agreement states only the father and grandparents can supervise during visiting. Then I got married, how do I get my new spouse involved with visitation rights? A: The easiest route would be by agreement —...

Which parent is favored to get phyisical custody if father has already moved to another state?

by Marshal S. Willick | Jul 25, 2016 | Ask the Lawyer

Question asked on Jul 10th, 2015 Q: Child has been living with mother 95% of the time since birth, almost 3 years now. Father chose to move out of state for his job.  A: At least theoretically, there is no preference either regarding gender, or as to who is in which...

If my ex-wife remarries, do I still have to pay alimony?

by Marshal S. Willick | Jul 25, 2016 | Ask the Lawyer

Question asked on  Jul 29th, 2015 Q: All Parties reside in Las Vegas. my order States;it is further ordered that plaintiff will receive alimony in the amount of $400 per month from defendant for a period of 66 months commencing on said date the alimony total is set at...

When should a judge get invovled for child support non-payments?

by Marshal S. Willick | Jul 25, 2016 | Ask the Lawyer, Child Support

Question asked on Aug 01st, 2015 Q: My ex is in the arrears $30K and currently hasn’t paid child support for 4 months. Letters from the Family Support Division have been sent to him demanding payment on or before July 31, and I believe the DMV has been informed...

If I die, will my child receive child support arrearages?

by Marshal S. Willick | Jul 25, 2016 | Ask the Lawyer, Child Support

Question asked on Aug 01st, 2015 Q: I’m owed $30K in arrearages and concerned that my child will never see any of it should I pass away. Is there something I can do to guarantee this will not happen or will the family court close the case? A: The devil is in the...