Archive for “Ask Henry”
How do Psychological Evaluations Work during Divorce?
Posted by: | CommentsOn this episode of “Ask Henry” with family law attorney Henry Gornbein, a listener phones in a question regarding psychological evaluations. Henry answers the listener’s question and goes on to provide a better understanding of what psychological evaluations are and how they work during a divorce from the legal perspective.
If you have a question you would like to answer on a future show, email your question to [email protected] or phone your question into our Listener Line at (248) 686-2256.
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Personal Protection Orders during Divorce
Posted by: | CommentsA personal protection order (PPO) is an order issued by the court. In situations where there is a domestic relationship, it can protect you from harassment, assault, beating, molesting, wounding, or stalking by another person. It provides police to prevent a crime before it happens, by preventing the other person from purchasing a firearm or interfering with your daily activities. The order can also prohibit him/her from entering your premises and removing minor children unless the removal is part of a court parenting time order.
In this episode of “Ask Henry“, with attorney Henry Gornbein, we take a closer look at Personal protection orders from all sides. Whether you are the one seeking the order or are on the receiving end, we cover all sides in this program.
Topics Include:How to acquire a protection order
- What the order means and the legal ramifications of violating an order
- What to do if an order expires and you still fear for your safety
- The repercussions for filing a false Protection Order
- What to do if you feel you are wrongly served a protection order
- How to have a protection order against you dismissed
- How the courts view Protection Orders
- And much more.
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“What can we Expect from the Legal System During Divorce?
Posted by: | CommentsIn this episode of “Ask Henry,” with attorney Henry Gornbein, our question is, “What can we reasonably expect from the legal system, including Attorneys, Judges, Friend of the Court, and Mediators?”
Henry walks us through the steps of determining what you should expect from your attorney and what you should be looking for when selecting one. The conversation then shifts to reasonable expectations for the judge overseeing your case. Judges are all different and rule as such. Another part of the family law system is the Friend of The Court, and Henry helps us understand the system.
Finally, we take a look at what you can expect from a family law mediator. The court process during divorce can be daunting, so the more you know early on, the better the possible outcome.
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Protecting Your Credit During Divorce and Who Gets to Keep the Family Pet?
Posted by: | CommentsIn this Episode of “Ask Henry” with Attorney, Henry Gornbein, Henry answers the questions: How Can I Protect my Credit During Divorce and Who Gets Possession of the Family Pet?
If you would like to ask Henry a question for an upcoming show, send your question to [email protected] or phone your question into our Voicemail Listener Line at (248) 686-2256.
For more on attorney, Henry Gornbein, visit www.FamilyLawOfMichigan.com
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Holiday Visitation Rights & Questions about Annulment
Posted by: | CommentsIn this Episode of “Ask Henry” with Attorney, Henry Gornbein, Henry answers questions related to holiday visitation rights with your children and discusses what annulments are and how they work.
The Holidays can be an especially difficult time when you are divorcing, especially the first year. Henry discusses options of sharing time with your children. It’s always best if you can come up with a shared holiday plan with your ex because if you can’t, the judge will be forced to do so. If you can’t come to an amicable agreement, Henry offers advice on how to approach your attorney as a means of bargaining for fair rights for equal parenting time. Divorce Source Radio would advise you consider the best interest of your children first.
The second question deals with annulments. What are they? Is there a difference between a legal annulment and a religious annulment? Does an annulment free you of paying spousal support and how easy is it to get one?
If you would like to ask Henry a question for an upcoming show, send your question to [email protected] or phone your question into our Voicemail Listener Line at (248) 686-2256 and we will try to answer it in an upcoming show.
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Questions about Mediation and Child Custody
Posted by: | CommentsIn this episode of “Ask Henry”, attorney Henry Gornbein answers questions regarding Mediation and Child Custody.
Questions asked include:
- What are some key issues in mediation that someone should be concerned about?
- What should the role of an attorney be in mediation?
- What are some key steps to consider in preparing for a custody battle?
If you would like to ask Henry a question for an upcoming show, email us at [email protected] of phone your question in to our Voicemail Listener Line at (248) 506-4604.
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In this episode of “Ask Henry” with attorney Henry Gornbein, Henry answers the questions What Does Fault Mean in No-Fault Divorce and Are Prenuptial Agreements a good Idea Prior to Marriage?
If you have a legal question related to family law, “Ask Henry” is your opportunity to get an answer or second opinion.
Write Henry at [email protected] or phone your question in to our Listener Line at (248) 686-2256, and your question will be answered in an upcoming show.
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To Move or Not to Move - That is the Question
Posted by: | CommentsIn this episode of “Ask Henry,” attorney Henry Gornbein, answers the questions: Should I Move Out of our House or sSay? and When is The Right Time to Introduce a New Flame to Your Children.
It used to be that keeping a marital home was the best thing to do for the sake of your children and finances, and this property was routinely a bargaining tool when dividing assets. Today, with the downfall of the economy, many homeowners are “underwater,” meaning the owners owe more than the house is worth. Henry helps us make sense of when staying is the proper thing to do, and when it’s best to cut our losses and move on.
The second part of this program is dedicated to when to tell your children that you have a new love interest. This decision is sometime rushed and not in the best interest of the children. This is a subject that should be handled with care, and Henry provides his advice on what he feels is in the best interest of the entire family.
If you would like to ask Henry Gornbein a question to be answered on an upcoming show, email: [email protected], or phone your question in to our listener line, at (248) 686-2256. Your question will be answered on a future program.
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Do You Have to Pay Your Ex Spousal Support?
Posted by: | CommentsIn this Best of DSR episode of “Ask Henry”, attorney Henry Gornbein, answers the question, “Do you have to pay spousal support?” (Also known as alimony) He also answers the follow-up question, “What’s the difference between modifiable and non-modifiable spousal support?”
If you are a woman what could prohibit you from receiving spousal support of even have to pay it to your ex.
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