If I purchased the property and the title is in my name on our residence and a rental property, what happens in a divorce? (CT)

First, the Connecticut statute does not contain any distinctions or limitations based upon title or form of ownership. It does not matter if the...

My ex-wife is trying to get spousal maintenance from me we have been divorced over 6 yrs is this possible in NY state

If there was no maintenance or spousal support provided at the time of the divorce or if the divorce decree contains a waiver of spousal support,...

Alimony is generally is based on income, not expenses. Most courts will not consider his expenses in determining alimony. The reasons for the...

I just found out I had a child that live in Florida

If the mother and another man signed an acknowledgement of paternity and his name is on the birth certificate, then that man is considered by law...

Does DCF get involve if a teenger move out of the house even thought mom give permission

There is a procedure for an adult to be given custody. If both your parents agree, then there should not be a problem getting an order of custody...

Will an Order of Protection prevent me from adopting?

Not necessarily, but you have to disclose the fact that there was an order issued and the circumstances in your adoption petition. Depending on...

My son is incarcerated his girlfriend was bringing my grandson to see him for a long time now it's been 8 months since he's see.

An award of sole custody to one parent is not supposed to cut the other parent out of the child's life completely. Sole custody gives one parent...

Is it possible, in New York State, to keep post-divorce matters in Supreme Court -- to the exclusion of Family Court?

The Supreme Court and Family Court have concurrent jurisdiction over post-judgment support and custody matters. You can file your modification...

Our divorce will be finalized in two weeks is it too late to ask for alimony. and if it isn't how do i go about asking for it

The divorce is not final until the judge say it is. If you have already signed a divorce agreement, then you need to tell your lawyer immediately...

Should I take him back to court?

The acknowledgement of paternity legally makes him the father. He is obligated for support. The court is not required to relieve him of...