Taxes. Aren't Grandparents and persons collecting SSI/SSD exempt from claiming a child.

Unless there is some kind of order to the contrary, only the custodial parent can claim the child.

Will Child Support court arrest me?

I cannot answer this question without looking at your court order, however, falling behind by a couple of weeks is not something that one is...

Can the parent take child from school?

The answer is based on the policy of the school and/or the district.

I changed my name but never published. It's 5 years later. What can I do?

No you cannot. You shall have to reapply as name change orders have a time limit within which you have to publish. You should seek the aid of an...

How do judges write child custody decisions

I guess that depends on the judge but I would hope they apply the facts to the law.

I am 20yo. on F1 visa attending UCLA. Mom (in China) will marry USC. what is the quickest way to get my GC?

This is neither a family law question or a NY question. Repost in immigration.

My ex applied for to court for change of schedule. And it requires me to get a lawyer. Is there a way to get a cheaper one?

Ask for court appointed counsel. Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify.

Attorneys for the children are almost never removed upon a motion from one of the parties. You should be speaking with an attorney to represent you...

In Brooklyn, NY there is a court stenographer. What safeguards detect if the stenographer altered the minutes when transcribing?

The stenographer maintains their original shorthand do notes. Those can be reviewed in a reconstruction hearing.

Can a parent get child support in 50/50 custody?

As my colleague stated. In your situation, the parent who makes more pays child support. If you are going to appeal, hire an attorney to help you.