How can I go about getting child support in NY? My husband no longer lives with us and we are not divorced yet.

If you executed a separation or settlement agreement, that became effective when you both signed... no need to wait for the Court to enforce it. ...

If a subpoenae is served to one brother standing next to his brother, but the subpoena was handed to the wrong brother, is the

This one is a bit unusual, however, service is only valid when made on the person intended to be served. So as to the first part of your question,...

Without prior discussion, my Attorney had my divorce settlement check made out to him (John Doe, as Attorney).

I have never seen this come up in a situation where the attorney is paid in full. Where an attorney has fees outstanding (or expects to incur...

Are foreign assets considered in contested divorces in the state of New York?

You would really benefit from speaking to an attorney. For example, you don't say when or how you acquired the house overseas. If you purchased...

For a legal separation, can we compose our own agreement and have it notarized and file it with the County Clerk?

When it comes to divorcing with children, there are certain requirements that have to be met in order for the Court to accept the agreeement and...

If I do not sign an IRS form 8332 for the ex-husband can I legally claim both my children on my taxes?

I am no expert in this area, but my understanding is that as of July 2, 2008, a custodial parent who releases the right to claim a child can...

I need to compel my judge to set trial dates

I think you are on the right track approaching the administrative judge. You don't say why the Judge has not fixed a trial date (if you know). If...

Absent agreement to the contrary, in New York the obligation to pay for child support terminates when the child reaches age 21. Many agreements...

Would a pre-nup document I prepare using an online service but reviewed by an attorney representing my fiance be 'valid'?

I agree with my colleages. Three to four thousand sounds high for what you are trying to do. In addition, if this is important to you, it's...

Can a wife sue her husband for business assets?

More facts would make it easier to answer your question. In New York, as between spouses, title doesn't matter. In other words, as long as...