If you are in the US you can file a petition in family court for paternity. Not sure how it works outside the US (short of hiring a lawyer in the...

How to get a certified and apostilled Judgement of Divorce while leaving abroad?

Call the NY County clerk's office. They may allow you to get the copies by. Ail, once you send in a check for the appropriate amount

My ex filed a petition in family court for a QDRO, I was never served me. Is it legal? Magis. signed didn't check aff of servi

Was there an order directing that the pension be divided? If so, then it is appropriate for a QDRO to be signed, so it would be futile to have it...

How can my sister gain custody of her son after the father whom had custody died?

She should immediately file a petition for custody, based upon a change in circumstances (that the custodial parent died) and that it is in the...

If I am separated from my spouse for over a year and now decided to purchase a condo, how can I make sure she doesn't get it?

As long as your separation agreement is worded correctly, your purchase will be protected. You do not need to get a divorce,but I do suggest...

Criminal case

The answer is yes, however,as my col étude have stated, it may not be taken seriously given the amount of time that has elapsed. If there have...

If a father who has joint custody moves to a different state is he liable for extra child support?

No. Child support is based on the parents' income and needs of the child; not the frequency of visitation.

I am an unwed mother in Queens, NY. Since never married, am I sole custodial parent?

Unless and until you have an order saying you are the sole custodial parent, you are not. However, based upon what you said above, you should not...

My brother married a woman three months ago and just found out he was never divorced from his 1st wife.

If your brother was never divorced then his second marriage is not valid. He should consult with a divorce attorney and file for divorce immediately.

Community property discovery

If you know the name of the bank you could subpoena any and all records of bank accounts in her name. Additionally, your lawyer should set up a...