Urgent! Lawyer Information

Updated on June 18, 2009
N.J. asks from Edison, NJ
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Moms,

You have always helped me before and i am desperately hoping that you will again.

I have been suspecting that my husband has been cheating on me (we've been together 13 years) and have been having a lot of differences. Everyone suggested counseling, and i was agreeable, until I found some solid proof of his escapades a day or to ago... mind you- this is all started within less than 6 months of us having our first child together...

Now i want out and need some help identifying a good lawyer... i need to know my rights... up until this morning I wanted to leave but i don't think its fair that i have to move out for him screwing around! I am a legal immigrant in the country so I need to know what my rights are...

the most immediate question is: How can i get him to leave the house?

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Thank-you so much everyone.... you are amazing! I love this forum.... :D

I am not yet ready to file any divorce papers yet.... but I do feel more informed.... I am hoping we will be able to work through this...

Thanks-you so much for your prayers... you all are my strength even though I do not know you.

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V.M.

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I don't know where you live so I couldn't give you a direct recommendation. However, some places have legal recommendation places that you can call (kind of like 1-800 dentist) or look in the phone book for a firm that specializes in divorce and give them a call. I'm sorry for what you're going through and wish you the best.

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J.H.

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if you are in or near the Danbury area i would say call Attorney David Ball or Attorney Debbie Grover if you prefer a female...as for getting him out of the house it takes A LOT if he won't leave on his own..go get a free consult with a lawyer to start...good luck :)

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P.C.

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I am so sorry to hear. I know a lawyer he's in Manhattan0-Jeffrey Emdin ###-###-####. I was in your situation went as far as retaining the lawyer and never went through with the divorce-I REGRET IT. The best to you. Do not do anything until you consult with a lawyer.

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D.M.

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N., I'm not sure where you are, some responses indicate NJ and some indicate NY. If you are in NY, a good lawyer is Jim Lenihan, ###-###-####. I am using him and am very satisfied as his client.

Good luck to you, I know EXACTLY what you are going through.

D.

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K.P.

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Stephen S. Berowitz
299 Glenwood Avenue
Bloomfield, NJ
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Many years of experience, patient, kind, knowledgeable, thorough and extremely helpful.

Get wisdom and understanding through this process whether you choose to divorce or try to save your marriage. I will keep you in and your family in prayer.

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A.D.

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Dear N., I am so sorry this is happening to you. I do not know a lawyer or how to get him out but I will pray for you. Mary

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A.J.

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I am sorry to hear of your situation! I would not wish this upon anyone. I almost got a divorce at the end of last year (less than 6 mos ago). There was no infedility involved on either side - just a lot of other issues. We ended up deciding to work on things.

First of all, if he leaves, it could be considered abandonment or vice versa. I don't know that you can just get him to leave unless it it by his own choice. If he was abusive to you or the children, that would be another story. I would try to find a good lawyer to start drawing up a separation agreement. That way, finances, child support/custody, and living arrangements, etc. could get figures out asap. In most states you have to have this done first before a final divorce agreement is drawn up. You might want to consider mediation, if you cannot come to some type of agreement. Of course, he would have to agree to go - sometimes not that easy!

I could give you the name of a couple of good lawyers, but I don't know if we live in the same area. I wish you the best of luck. Stay strong and convicted and try your best to think of the children. If you go through a long and drawn out divorce - which will cost you thousands of dollars, ultimately, the only winners here are the lawyers. You and your children will suffer. Try to make this as amicable as possible. That's the best advice I can give you.

Best,
Annie

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B.C.

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Hi. Sorry to hear about your trouble. First, you should have your husband followed to confirm that he's cheating. Hire an investigator. When you talk to a lawyer, ask for an investigator, they'll probably know one. Have him followed when he goes out and see if it's true. A good lawyer is Greenberg, Walden and Grossman, in West New York, NJ. Phone number ###-###-####. Ask for Mr. Walden. He may not want to leave the house, however once you know your husband is cheating for sure, it'll be easier to confront him and he'll probably leave the house on his own. Then, in divorce, you'd divide up the assets. The baby stays with you, the mother, unless you were found unfit, which doesn't sound like it. Let me know if you have other questions. Good luck!!!

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J.M.

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First pray about it and make sure it's the right decision.
I have been married for 17 yrs, and last year I found out
that my husband had a two year affair.
I thought I was gonna lose it, but I found an excellent phsycotherapist that we both attend together and things are starting to get better. Not perfect, but we both want the relationship we have to work.
My prayers are with you and your daughter.
If you are already sure it's not gonna work, then yes, get a good lawyer and make sure you get everything for you & your daughter. Do not leave your place of residence as that is considered abandonment.
GOOD LUCK!

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J.C.

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good decision! The suspicion will haunt you forever so get out now!

My brother in law is a fierce divorce lawyer and will treat you with the utmost respect

His name is alex chan and his number is ###-###-####.

Take care of yourself and be strong for your child!

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S.K.

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i am also a leagal imamigrant (from canada) and i can tell you .... find a lawyer from your country they will represent you est especially if you plan to go back to your country. my husband and i also had simalr problems over a year ago.... i sought out advice but we where able to move past the infadelity and find out the reasons behind them and correct them. hope this helps a bit. im sorry you are having to face these difficult times. my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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D.

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First you need to check into the laws in NJ. The laws in other states are not the same. Go to your state government website and look up family law. In CT, I can not legally make my husband leave the house, even if we are going through a divorce. Also, in CT, it isn't considered abandonment until one of you have left for more then 12 mos. You need to find out about NJ law. Alot of which you can get on the web. I'd start there.

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J.S.

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If you're in NY check out Robert Wayburn. He's listed.
Make sure however, that your proof is substantiated and air-tight, and hold your ground. DO NOT LEAVE THE MARITAL HOME!
Good luck. these battles are always nasty and with the immigrant issue, even harder. Think of your daughter and custody issues.
J. S

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A.P.

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Hello,
This is hard for me to write and yet very empowering as I have a very similar situation ensueing in my life. I have got some great information and support through the Legal Project, Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany - they are run by the Capital District Women's Bar Association so you find very women centered practitioners working there. Cost is not a factor it is on a sliding scale if necessary - you can get some information right on the phone or go in for an information session. Sounds like what you need right now is good information on which to base your next decision. ###-###-####. Good luck my dear, remember even in this rollercoaster of events you ahve your lovely daughter to keep up your chin for. Be blessed.

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