Yes, you need a court order to change your name officially. In New York City you can file for a name change in Civil Court (rather than Supreme...

You have to file a custody petition in family court. There are two aspects of custody - legal custody and residential custody. Legal custody has...

There are serious issues in the question. If you want to protect your rights you need to retain an attorney and not rely on the internet.

You should file a complaint with the Department of Health about conditions that affect your health and safety. They will do an inspection and...

Legally she is considered a "licensee," someone there with your permission. To evict you need a court order. You cannot simply throw her out or...

File a complaint with the Town Health Department and/or Department of Buildings. The Health Department will conduct an inspection and issue a...

The notice has to be delivered in the specific manner for providing notice that is stated in the lease. If there is no provision in the lease,...

Unless the lease is subject to rent stabilization or other subsidy, the landlord is not obligated to renew the lease. The landlord must serve the...

Yes, you can maintain joint custody. Joint legal custody has to do with decision making. If you have joint custody, it means that you have to...

Yes, you can file in Small Claims court. You should also be aware of the provisions of the General Obligations Law regarding security deposits. ...