SOLE CUSTODY

A motion (or application) to the court is required for you to obtain an order granting you sole legal and physical custody. A motion is a request...

Can my lease be broken if there is a domestic violence case pending and the defendant knows where i live ?

I think Mr. Ricci gave you good advice. Good luck.

Can I get a restrainer order of some type to stop my soon to be ex's behavior? He is an abuser and an alcoholic.

I do not see any basis for getting a restraining order against your spouse by virtue of this one email. I do not think this rises to the level of...

How can I change who claims a child as a dependent pursuant to what is stated in the divorce decree?

I agree with Mr. Ricci. Since your ex provides no support for the children and lives on social security income then he/she would not benefit from...

How do I reply to a cross motion??

What is your ex's reason for saying child support should not be decreased? if you have experienced an involuntary reduction in your income due to...

If a parent was incarcerated for 4 years and has not spent any parenting time with child be allowed?

A young child who has not seen a parent in 4 years will have a very difficult time just being thrown together with the parent. Reunification of...

You do not need a lawyer to drop a domestic violence temporary restraining order against your husband. Just go to the court on the scheduled date...

I am being physically and mentaly abused by my boyfriend of 9 years.

Call the domestic violence hotline1-800-799-SAFE and find out where you can get assistance in your area. You have legal rights that would permit...

Financial Separation Prior to Divorce

The law favors settlements so except for very limited reasons, the separation agreement is binding and cannot be disputed at a later date. ...

Can a pregnant woman get full custody of the baby before she gives birth if the father of the baby is in jail?

Unfortunately, until the child is born the court will not act to grant the mother custody of the child. However, as soon as the child is born, the...