I got married in Jamaica and currently live in NY. We have not been together in over 6 years. How can i get divorced? I don't
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Answered on February 19, 2023
You have to arrange for personal service of the summons. Once the summons is served by the process server you can proceed with the divorce. There...
How do I get a no fault or pro Bono divorce on a low income?
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Answered on February 19, 2023
You do not have to show fault for the purposes of getting a divorce or for getting spousal support. You can file on the grounds of "irretrievable...
I fully paid off my mortgage to my cooperative apartment in NYC, do I keep paying maintenance fees while waiting for a buyer?
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Answered on February 19, 2023
The answer is yes, but you should look at the terms of the proprietary lease and the coop by-laws and rules.
Can i sue for breach of contract?
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Answered on February 18, 2023
He is not required to give you a written lease. If you are paying rent, then it is considered a month-to-month tenancy.
Can I still get divorced if spouse doesn’t sign affidavit accepting custody?
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Answered on February 18, 2023
You do not need her consent or agreement to get a divorce, but there are only two ways to resolve the divorce: by agreement or by order of the...
Can I change attorneys during an active case?
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Answered on February 18, 2023
You can discharge your attorney at any time. Just tell the lawyer in writing to stop working on your case and retain new counsel.
As an Aunt can I fight for visitations, if my sister has her rights taken?
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Answered on February 18, 2023
If the parental rights are being terminated and you have custody of the siblings, then you have a strong argument to be appointed guardian of the...
How to alter supervised visitation?
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Answered on February 15, 2023
You need to file a motion for modification citing change of circumstances and best interests of the child.
What are my options on receiving my share of coop left in will?
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Answered on February 14, 2023
You have to file a notice of appearance and file a claim in the court where the will has been submitted for probate. You should get a lawyer to...
Where do I start to obtain my birth certificate. If the name is incorrect from the birth certificate to which I carry now
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Answered on February 14, 2023
In New York you can get a copy of the birth certificate from the NYS Dept of Health: https://www.health.ny.gov/vital_records/birth.htm
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