After 20+ years of marriage, my dad wants a divorce. Mom has schizophrenia. Please help me think through this awful situation... [very long] [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 20, 2009 - 30 answers

Does an order of protection taken out in Virginia still apply in North Carolina? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 12, 2009 - 7 answers

My father doesn't know my last name. Should I clue him in? How? [more inside]
posted by MuChao on Dec 12, 2009 - 12 answers

How can I find out if I am still married? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 7, 2009 - 16 answers

Found long lost dad - now what? [more inside]
posted by rmm on Nov 27, 2009 - 7 answers

My world is destroyed after an affair. I desperately need advice. Its a long story... Please help. [more inside]
posted by wantstobeadesigner on Nov 26, 2009 - 54 answers

PFAF: Getting Divorced in Mexico? [more inside]
posted by freddymetz on Nov 25, 2009 - 1 answer

Horrible custody battle about to begin. How do I cope and have the best outcome for my son? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 19, 2009 - 30 answers

I (male) have been married for a number of years (~10). Nothing is necessarily bad about our marriage, but I've felt that we've been lacking passion since before we were married. It just never seemed to matter enough to be worth a divorce.. except that it does matter in the end. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 24, 2009 - 34 answers

Whatever happened to Meriam al Khalifa? [more inside]
posted by December on Oct 22, 2009 - 2 answers

Why have I suddenly started to dream about other women? [more inside]
posted by kleenkat on Oct 21, 2009 - 23 answers

Has anyone ever pulled out a "goodbye- hope to see you in a couple of years"? and actually reunite after that? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 20, 2009 - 11 answers

I’m in the process of divorcing, and starting to date seriously again. The catch: I’m absurdly young to be in this situation. How and when to break the news to dates? [more inside]
posted by ripley_ on Oct 20, 2009 - 24 answers

What is the best way to help my spouse improve her credit? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 20, 2009 - 4 answers

After divorce, how can I learn to be a confident, whole individual without being in a relationship? I'm struggling with insecurity, I feel like there is a part of me missing, and I've gotten myself so worked up about it that I'm in a state of "analysis paralysis." Please help me break through that paralysis! [more inside]
posted by MultiFaceted on Oct 17, 2009 - 23 answers

You're not my lawyer, but when getting a divorce, how does a house with an underwater mortgage count toward dividing assets? [more inside]
posted by cnc on Oct 11, 2009 - 11 answers

Help me save my family. I am looking for a really good marriage counsellor in Edmonton, AB. Complications inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 29, 2009 - 7 answers

How can I set up spousal support payments in the least painful way possible? [more inside]
posted by eleslie on Sep 29, 2009 - 19 answers

Looking for suggestions on how to deal with the situation where one spouse wants to stay in the house, while the other spouse could use the money from selling the house. [more inside]
posted by leticia on Sep 25, 2009 - 16 answers

Major life decisions thrown my way. Feeling totally inept at making a good decision. Any ideas on how to sort it out and get on track? [more inside]
posted by stormpooper on Sep 24, 2009 - 27 answers

I would love any input you might have, even though you are not my lawyer. Four years ago my husband moved out and left me with his unpaid medical bills. Since the debt was incurred while we were married and living together, we were legally considered co-debtors. He told me had worked out a payment plan and I didn't find out otherwise until we were separated and subsequently sued. I was able to settle this debt, but my savings was wiped out (while we were married we had a his, hers, and ours system of money management). As part of the divorce settlement I was granted a judgment totaling $5000 + 10% annual simple interest. He signed off on this and didn't contest the amount. [more inside]
posted by littlegreenboat on Sep 23, 2009 - 4 answers

Stuck in a rut. Help me find meaning, direction, and help me get back on my feet. [more inside]
posted by saragoodman3 on Sep 19, 2009 - 16 answers

My husband and I are U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Are we required to file for divorce in Canada because we're legal residents there? If it's permissible to file in either country, anyone know of pro's or con's for either choice? [more inside]
posted by otfence on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

My husband is cheating on me and has been for at least two years. He doesn't know I found out. Now what? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 3, 2009 - 67 answers

Australian Family Law filter. Spouse maintenance, child support,divorce financials? [more inside]
posted by cerebrum on Aug 31, 2009 - 2 answers

I have picked myself up, dusted myself off, and am ready to move forward post-divorce. Help me find books I can read to help me through that process. More details enclosed. [more inside]
posted by eleslie on Aug 22, 2009 - 4 answers

Best of friends-- kind person and new mom-- is intent on getting a divorce. As "Angie's List" doesn't have a 'divorce lawyer' section, can anyone recommend a Minneapolis attorney or a system to find one? [more inside]
posted by Arch1 on Aug 10, 2009 - 6 answers

My parents split about a year ago. My father has started dating under unusual circumstances, and it makes me somewhat angry. Am I overreacting? How can I find peace with the situation? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 4, 2009 - 32 answers

How do I remove myself from a mortgage? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 3, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm signing the papers for my divorce this week and moving to a new country (UK) next week. I'll be meeting new people and I'm looking for a word to call my ex-husband. [more inside]
posted by CdnMathTeacher on Aug 2, 2009 - 26 answers

A friend's husband just anounced he wants a divorce- help me help her... [more inside]
posted by beccaj on Jul 27, 2009 - 10 answers

No abuse. No affairs. No kids. How long do you keep trying to fix a broken marriage? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 21, 2009 - 43 answers

Someone reassure me that I will indeed get joint custody.... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 21, 2009 - 8 answers

What are some excellent co-parenting books? [more inside]
posted by ian1977 on Jul 20, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm almost 30. I'm unemployed. I may or may not be able to attend college this year. I am halfway across the country from my friends and family, can't move in with my parents, don't have a license, and I am going to have to divorce my wife of four years. Where do I start? (Warning: Long) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 19, 2009 - 9 answers

Stay vs. Go Showdown 2009 Also starring: 2 kids!!!!!!! Is it better to stay in a bad marriage so that the kids can be with both parents, or to divorce and hope for the best? [more inside]
posted by rahnefan on Jul 18, 2009 - 38 answers

Divorce is a possibility...how close can I really live after the split? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 17, 2009 - 27 answers

Can I really get a cheap uncontested divorce online? [more inside]
posted by jesirose on Jul 8, 2009 - 8 answers

How can I live with myself after lying and cheating? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 7, 2009 - 22 answers

Would my three kids (17, 15, 10) be happier if we left the same town their dad lives in? I can't figure out if I'm allowing prolonged damage to my kids by letting them stay here because their dad is down the road but NEVER wants to see them. And where he lives bothers them (more later). [more inside]
posted by dzaz on Jul 7, 2009 - 44 answers

My husband of 17 years had an affair and left me for someone else. Three years later, I’m still feeling bitter and vengeful. Please help me cope. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 3, 2009 - 38 answers

We are recently separated (with lots of drama), and our families and friends don't know. How do I deal with my brother in law asking to stay with “us” for a while, since he suddenly got a job in our town? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 2, 2009 - 45 answers

Need personal recommendations for a divorce lawyer in the western Chicago suburbs (Aurora area). [more inside]
posted by Joleta on Jun 29, 2009 - 5 answers

Illinois Child Support: I'm a father of a 2 year old and I pay the standard 20% plus half of his insurance to his mother. Question: I have him 50% of the time, should I have to pay support when we equally have him the same amount of time? [more inside]
posted by MMALR on Jun 29, 2009 - 32 answers

How do I select an attorney? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 25, 2009 - 11 answers

Recommendations of Italian divorce attorneys in Rome? [more inside]
posted by tommassit on Jun 18, 2009 - 0 answers

This is yet another "we're broken up but still living together and want to remain friends," question, but with some complications... specifically, we had planned a Caribbean vacation for next winter, and she still wants us to go together... I'm not so sure that's a great idea. Long, drawn-out story follows. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 7, 2009 - 13 answers

How do you define "success" in relationships? [more inside]
posted by pauldonato on May 27, 2009 - 22 answers

What's your best advice for preventing divorce- starting before you even decide to get married? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 25, 2009 - 55 answers

How far do you go before you call it quits? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 20, 2009 - 23 answers