Why is it so hard to adopt granddaughter that I have had physical custody of for 12 years? no contact from mother for 10 years.

I believe you may be using the wrong legal vehicle here. While I understand that you want this child to have a stable environment, the way you have...

Is there an expiration of a post divorce motion in New York?

If you are deployed, the Soldiers and Sailors Act requires that the Court take that into consideration. You need to contact the Court immediately....

I have a 30 mi radius clause in my stipulation agreement. When does our youngest child age out of his restriction?

Once a child reaches 18 years of age, there are longer any issues regarding custody.

What date is the terminated date sharing the job income with the spouse when divorcing?

The date that the summons is filed is the date of commencement. Once the divorce is started, the marital pot stops accruing, although there are...

Is CPS allowed to question my children at school w/o notifying me, either before or after? What about the school?

They are allowed to question your children without you being present.

I want to file for custody of my daughter.

If you have these concerns you need to file a petition for custody. I would advise using an attorney to help you with this matter. The factors...

The other parties lawyer

There is no requirement to respond to such requests for information outside of discovery.

Is there such a thing as to sue an ex for extreme emotional abuse of a teenager?

While the behavior you describe is reprehensible. There is no law against being an ass. On the other hand, you should review the financial dealings...

If husband discontinues divorce and then re-files, does deposition start all over again?

If the matter is discontinued, the deposition stops and he can start all over. However, you attorney needs to be doing a better job of protecting you.

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Do I need a lawyer or the courts help in keeping someone off my property?

I am not sure what your question is.