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Hello, how long does it takes to get a divorce if someone filed in june 2019 and it is a disputed divorce?
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Answered on July 10, 2020
If it is a contested divorce, unless the parties seek a settlement (an agreement on how to divide the assets) then it will continue through the...
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Will I get in trouble if I can’t get my daughter to go to her dad’s house?
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Answered on July 08, 2020
I agree with my colleague. As the parent, if this becomes a legal issue for violation of your custody agreement, the court will look to see what...
What are grandparents’ rights to see their grandchildren if son dies?
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Answered on July 07, 2020
In New York, grandparents have a right to seek court-ordered visitation of their grand-children as long as they are the biological or adoptive...
I am getting Divorced and own property in both LA and NYC can I file for Divorce in NY?
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Answered on July 07, 2020
Good evening,
Based on the information provided, it is difficult to assess whether or not you would qualify. Property ownership on its own is...
No custody agreement. Dad takes child for a visit and won’t return her ?
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Answered on July 07, 2020
Assuming you and the father are not married, you should file a Custody Petition with your local New York Family Court as soon as possible. You will...
Getting divorce in NY state after only being married for three months?
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Answered on July 06, 2020
I understand you are going through a difficult time.
Although you could proceed with filing a “faulted divorce” in New York on the grounds of...
Can I use online notarization for divorce papers in NY?
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Answered on July 06, 2020
Governor Cuomo's Executive Order which permits Remote Notarization in New York (EO No. 202.38) was extended from March 7, 2020 until today,...
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Can I get my marriage annulled?
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Answered on July 06, 2020
I understand you are going a difficult time. Assuming that your are seeking an annulment in New York New York law (DRL § 140) recognizes the...
How does it work with moving out of state (currently in NY) if there are grandparent visitation orders in place?
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Answered on June 30, 2020
In New York, grandparents have a right to seek court-ordered visitation of their grand-children as long as they are the biological or adoptive...
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Can my ex take our child to another state without my permission?
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Answered on June 30, 2020
As noted by my colleagues above, you will need to revisit the agreement you created with the Father to determine the process and parameters that...