Can I have my daughter's last name changed to mine?

The court will make you notify the father before it will consider the name change. Another option is to petition for termination of parental...

If I'm paying child care directly to my ex but my child stops going to daycare am I able to go to court to change the order?

Yes, a support order can be modified based on a change in circumstances that occurred after the order was entered. If the child no longer goes to...

Can i change my 9 year old Childs last name ?

The answer is that you probably will be able to change you son's name, but the court will make you show that you made an effort to find and notify...

Is my husband entitled to a percentage of my house which was bought premarital and only in my name if we divorce?

The law in New York is that property that is owned by one of the partners before the marriage generally is considered the separate property of that...

I have a restraining order against my illegal nephew for threat . we're doe back in court in sep is he legible 4 free attorney?

In Family Court, the judge usually will appoint a lawyer if the respondent fills out the form and swears he's indigent.

Can I still recover money after a divorce is finalized?

Once the divorce is final, the property or asset division cannot be modified. If there was no award of spousal support (alimony) or if the alimony...

What can you do if your child doesn't want to go back to his other parent?

You will have to make a motion to modify the existing custody order. Under the uniform interstate child custody and jurisdiction act, the motion...

It means that if you cannot agree on how you will allocate responsibility for payment of college tuition and expenses, then you can go back to...

Can I keep my engagement ring after the engagement; relationship ends?

The ring is a gift conditioned on marriage, but after 10 years, you have some good arguments for keeping it - especially since it is he who is...

How do I get sole custody of my child

You have to go to court in Bridgeport and file for sole custody. The clerks are helpful with the forms needed. Custody has two elements: legal...