My friend and I own a home together in NYC. His wife is divorcing him; Her name is not on deed and not on mortgage.

Are you and your friend listed on the title to the property? If you own the property as "joint tenants," then one owner may be protected...

Definitely sounds unfair. It sounds to me like you are a responsible person and as such likely worried about the effect that your nonpayment could...

To split a house, does one have to refinance?

Your question requires some clarification. By "they wish to split the house" do you mean that they wish to create a new type of ownership...

What is the best visa for a Russian national to apply for in Russia to come to the United States to marry her US citizen fiance

If the intent is to marry a fiance, then it should be a K-1 (fiance) visa. Some visas are "dual intent," and intending to immigrate on a visa that...

On the I-864A, for employment, I have a part-time job and have rental income. Can you mark off two items for the employment ?

Generally, unless you are an actual employee of your own company that owns or operates your rental property, then you shouldn't put...

Releasing an app in the Android marketplace without a company

Your question involves immigration law, contract law, and tax law issues. Where your company is formed, how money will flow to you personally, and...

Hi, I have a neighbor who smokes in front of his building. The smoke invades my apartment. What are the laws regarding this?

Hello - this NYC publication may help answer all of your questions: ...

Does security deposit obligate you to give person room in apt?

I think you need to clarify the agreement with her before anything else, especially since you suspect fraud. A check may be treated as a contract,...

I own my condo. The residents directly above me make excessive noise. Is there anything I can do about it.

Have you tried addressing it with them directly? Dealing directly is often the best solution. If you have and they have not cooperated, you...

TPS, Salvadorean, would like to travel.

You likely need a travel permit (aka "advanced parole") in order to travel. Consult with an immigration lawyer to discuss the particular facts of...