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After divorce, I understood that children's sur name should stay the same in general (?) but how easily can we "add" mother's
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Answered on October 04, 2016
To change a child's name you need a name change petition and you will need the other parent's consent to do that.
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How do judges determine custody when there was a history of domestic violence in the parents' relationship?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
Domestic violence is a factor that every judge has to consider when making a custody determination.
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During divorce, when I have to be at court, who pays for child care for that day? I am a stay at home mom for two little kids.
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Answered on October 04, 2016
While what you are seeking is possible, it needs to addressed by an attorney. That attorney needs to be your retained counsel.
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How does a mother get her 16yr old son out of her apartment if his dad has residential custody but kicked him out of house
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Answered on October 04, 2016
In your situation, you need to file a PINS petition.
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How can I get temporary custody of my 2 year old grandniece across state lines?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
My colleague is correct. NY can only help you once the child is with you.
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My work schedules changing to every other weekend off. ex initially agreed to it but now is telling me she has a parade planned
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Answered on October 04, 2016
She is not disobeying the order, however, you can seek to have the order modified due to your change in circumstances.
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Can your ex girlfriend apply for child support when the child is already 18 years of age?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
Yes they can. You are responsible for child support until the child is 21. However, you should also be aware that your 18 year old is an adult and...
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How do I know if I qualify for spousal support?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
The only thing to add to my colleagues answer is that you would be well served by retaining an attorney to help you with this.
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My ex is taking me to family court because I claimed both our children on my taxes. Do I need an attorney? What next?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
It sounds like you are in violation of the divorce. However, this is not an issue the Family Court has jurisdiction over.
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Can an undocumented immigrant get a divorce from a spouse (who lives in a different country and contests) while
living here?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
NY does not care about legal status when adjudicating a divorce.
