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cross-examine her in such a way as to let the judge know that the tax return does not reflect all her income. |
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4. The judge may refer certain issues to another judge, such as a special referee, thereby prolonging the amount of time it will take to get the case over with. Maybe the judge wants to give your spouse another chance to show up, so he refers the support hearing to another judge and tells you to try and notify your spouse about the new date. It's not fair, but courts tend to try to ensure that everyone has his day in court, even when the person who's getting the second chance is the defaulting party. |
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The Least You Need to Know. |
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Even if you qualify for a no-fault divorce, you may still need to resolve other issues, such as custody, visitation, and support. |
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Never sign important papers without first consulting an attorney. |
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Never present your bottom line early in negotiations. |
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Argue issues rather than positions. |
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In negotiations, be flexible; come up with new ideas. |
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Even with a quick divorce, you may still need a lawyer to draft documents. |
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