You must answer. Otherwise it's possible that a default will be issued against you with an outcome you will not be too happy with.

Seperated and getting a divorce?

Contact a law school clinic or maybe legal aid to see if they can assist you.

Why is my arrears amount decreasing when the amount isn't getting paid ?

As counsel said, the arrears get paid off first.

What if someone tells you that you got petition to court in New York but your no longer in the state.?

You must respond to a petition. You cannot let court documents go unanswered even if frivolous. Please speak to an attorney ASAP.

If a court order is made against a former husband for non payment of a debt etc, is the new wife liable for this debt ?

No. but his income may be imputed based on his benefit from the income of the new wife. Please have your friend speak to an attorney.

Who has right to claim these dependents? Non-custodial parent or grandparents who the children & custodial parent live with?

The IRS has specific rules governing this. Please speak to your accountant.

I have two kids with a very controlling manipulative mother

You need a court order for visitation ASAP and a petition needs to be filed. Please speak to an attorney so it's done right for you.

How can I terminate parental rights to my daughters biological father?

You can try but he may object. Please speak to an attorney that specializes in adoptions.

I got married in the Dominican republic and the wife abandoned me. How can I file for divorce?

If NYS has jurisdiction you can file here. Please speak to an attorney to seen if you can get divorced here.

Do I have to go-to court to stop my child support when my child turns 21. She's not in school or does it automatically stop?

You might have to. You should contact SCU.