How long does it takes to received the divorce certificate once the case was disposed on 09/2016

If your uncontested divorce was filed in September 2016, the judgment of divorce should be signed by now. Best thing to do is go to the County...

Should I start a divorce while having a case in Family court?

The Supreme Court has jurisdiction over an action for a divorce and all the issues related to the action. This means that you can file an action...

If you do not have a lawyer, you may seek help from the Court's office of self represented people. The clerk in that office will tell you what...

Signing a confidentiality agreement is not a requirement in order to obtain child support. However, if there is a compelling reason for signing...

Will Child Support payments stop if 20 yr old child is working full time & not attending school & lives with custodial parent?

In NY State, child support is payable until the child is 21 or earlier, if the child is emancipated. The child's father has to apply to the court...

Is online divorce legal in New York State?

Your spouse is required to arrange for you to be served with a Summons and Complaint or a Summons with Notice. Service needs to be done in person.

Can a motion be filed against a motion filed against you in family court ?

Yes, it can be done in Family Court it is called a Cross-Motion.

How to deal with no fault divorce being filed by my spouse

You are not required to meet your spouse at the county clerk's office. It is important to review any papers your spouse prepared before you agree...

Am I entitled to alimony or spousal support?

You are entitled to request the court to order your spouse to pay you alimony if you are unemployed and unable to secure employment for reasons...

I heard that some cases, if spouse earn high income, concedered marital assets until judgement of divorce. Is that correct?

Assets are presumed to be "marital" when acquired by the parties during the marriage, regardless of title. A spouse's income is not an asset....