Can the custodial rights of the sole surviving parent of 4 children be granted to elderly grandparents?

Are you in dispute with the grandparents (presumably maternal)? For the children to not go with you, there must be a court order either in place...

Does an attorney have to respond to the other party if they are pro per?

Mr. Peterson has provided excellent advice. My one concern is if the communications are inappropriate. Presuming they are not, the attorney has...

Does one parent have to have sole primary residence or can it be both parents.

Generally, the Court prefers that one parent have primary residence, especially for the purposes of school. However, if the Court is convinced...

Can the respondent request maintenance from the petitioner 2 years after he waived it through the stipulated permanent orders?

Mr. Rich and Mr. Torbenson have given you superb advice. Generally, the Court will ask both parties if they understand they are forever...

How do I prove my ex is lying to get his child support reduced?

I am not sure what the purpose of your question on this site is. You clearly had a chance to present evidence of your suspicions in the action and...

I had a domestic violance case and with had me sent to jail. Magistrate gave me a pr and a ppo which I have followed.

This is more appropriately answered by a criminal defense attorney.

Husband is getting an accident settlement from insurance. Says I don't have any legal right to it. Do I have a right to it?

Mr. Lahood and Ms. Laster have provided sterling advice. Please pay close attention to Ms. Laster's advice to not sign the waiver without...

Father working two part time jobs to avoid paying full child support. How will they calculate income?

If there is credible evidence of income to be presented before the Court that shows he is making more money, you should consult with a child...

Ms. Strauss, as she always does, has provided excellent advice. The prenuptial agreement can always be torn up and a post-nuptial agreement...

Child Support Warrant - Waiver?

A New York attorney will be able to help you understand state law fully. Generally, a tax authority stands in front of any other body when it...